Therapy Aide - Speech Therapy

Position Overview

USD $21.89 - $22.66 /Hr.

Blythedale Children’s Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free‑standing children’s specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state‑of‑the‑art 94‑bed inpatient facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive.

The Therapy Aide – Speech Therapy is an experienced early childhood professional providing therapeutic and educational support within our on‑site Early Childhood Center. Under the direct guidance of the Classroom Teacher as well as Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, the Therapy Aide ensures smooth operation of the classroom and the successful implementation of each child’s therapeutic plan. The position reports to the Director of Speech Therapy and is scheduled Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑4 pm.

• Actively engage children in activities to reinforce therapeutic goals (from all disciplines) as directed by the lead teachers and clinical team. This includes facilitating specific movement, communication, and fine‑motor tasks during play and routine.
• Lead and participate in classroom activities, including Circle Time, small‑group work, arts and crafts, and independent play, ensuring activities are accessible and meaningful for all children.
• Assist with daily care, including feeding and mealtime routines.
• Model positive behaviors and assist the teaching staff in implementing strategies to support children’s emotional regulation and social interactions.

• Regularly stock, organize, and rotate materials, toys, and therapeutic equipment to ensure variety, safety, and cleanliness.
• Monitor inventory, prepare orders for necessary classroom, office, and therapy supplies, and ensure all materials are received and stored appropriately.
• Perform minor cleaning and tidying throughout the day to maintain a safe, organized, and hygienic learning environment (e.g., wiping down tables, shelving, countertops, toys, cleaning up spills, organizing centers & therapy treatment spaces).

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an early childhood education setting (e.g., preschool, daycare, Head Start).
• Experience working with special‑needs children or in a pediatric clinical therapy setting is preferred.
• Fluency in English; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience effectively collaborating and communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, transfer, reposition, pull, carry, bend, and crouch safely.

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family (medical, dental, and vision).
• Retirement plans with employer matching.
• Paid time off (generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies).
• Safe work environment and commitment to everyone’s safety and well‑being.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives—an inclusive workplace that values all employees.