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New Port Richey Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

NY · On-site

$28 - $37.50/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility ... Conduct individual and group therapy sessions under Occupational Therapist supervision.

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How much do group therapy assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for group therapy assistant in the United States is $19.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a group therapy assistant?

Group Therapy Assistants support licensed therapists in facilitating group therapy sessions. They help create a safe, welcoming environment, assist with session activities, and may help manage attendance or record-keeping. While they do not provide therapy themselves, they play a crucial role in ensuring sessions run smoothly and that participants feel supported. Group Therapy Assistants often work in mental health clinics, hospitals, schools, or community organizations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a group therapy assistant?

To thrive as a Group Therapy Assistant, you need a background in psychology or a related field, familiarity with therapeutic techniques, and often an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences. Experience with documentation software, scheduling systems, and sometimes certifications in mental health first aid are typically beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, empathy, and the ability to facilitate group dynamics make someone stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting therapists, fostering a safe group environment, and ensuring effective therapeutic outcomes.

What challenges do group therapy assistants face when supporting diverse participant needs?

Group Therapy Assistants often work with participants from various backgrounds and with different therapeutic needs, which can present challenges in balancing group dynamics and ensuring everyone feels heard and supported. Adapting communication styles, managing disruptive behaviors, and maintaining confidentiality are frequent challenges. Building rapport with participants while respecting boundaries is crucial, and assistants must be flexible and observant to help facilitate a safe, inclusive environment under the supervision of the lead therapist.

What are the duties of a group therapy assistant?

A group therapy assistant supports therapists by preparing materials, setting up the therapy environment, and assisting with client needs during sessions. They may also monitor group dynamics, document progress, and ensure safety and confidentiality in a clinical setting. Strong communication skills and knowledge of mental health practices are important for this role.

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Speech Therapy Assistant

Quitman, TX • On-site

Wood County Special Education SSA
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Job description

Speech-language Therapy Assistant

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Wood County Special Education SSA

Speech-language pathologist licensed by SBESLPA

Dept/School: Wood County Special Education SSA

Primary Purpose: Provide speech-language pathology services to students under the direction of a speech therapy supervisor.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, Speech Therapy Assistant License

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions. Ability to instruct and manage student behavior.

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience: 25 hours of Practicum

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Therapy

  1. Under supervision, plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Assessment
  1. Complete referrals for students not yet in public
  1. Collect referrals for special education from various schools and deliver them to the special education office for logging in.
  1. Under supervision, collect accurate and ongoing data for speech students relating to therapy or other school-provided speech services.
  1. Participate with the supervisor in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings as requested by supervisor.

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