Therapists from various specialities
Applied Behavior Analysis, Registered Behavior Technician, Occupational and Physical Therapist
Host families come to us to find the best care for their family – in fact, we have received several prestigious awards in the USA and internationally for the quality of our care. Approximately 90% of our host families have children with special needs (including autism, learning disabilities, genetic or neurological disabilities, and developmental delays) providing ample opportunity to put your career experience into practice. This is why Apex Social is a great fit for therapists to use their experience as part of the Apex Social program.
Common Care Needs:
- Working with family to achieve developmental milestones and other goals
- Taking children to therapy appointments
- Helping children to adapt fully to school and social situations
- Therapeutic stretching and exercises
- Hygiene care and feeding
- Adapting the home environment
- Modifying tasks
- Improving mobility and function
Additional Care Responsibilities:
- Preparing healthy meals
- Helping with bathing, toileting and bedtime routines
- Introducing age-appropriate activities (art, outdoor play, reading time)
- Helping with homework/therapy homework
- Managing children’s busy schedules (play dates, appointments, activities)
- Packing school lunches and getting ready for school
- Driving children to activities and school
