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Vision Therapy Assistant / Administrative Assistant (Park Slope / Gowanus) 20-25 hours per week - Brooklyn Vision Therapy is a niche optometry practice specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation seeking a new vision therapy assistant. As a vision therapy assistant, you will work one-to-one with patients, coaching and motivating them through exercises and games that will strengthen their visual skills. Vision therapy is an incredible way to change lives for the better - helping patients overcome visual problems that are impacting their ability to perform well in school, work, or life. There is room to grow and complete training to become a certified vision therapist over the next 1-3 years. Primary duties will eventually include working 1:1 with patients of all ages, but particularly kids aged 4-12, as well as assisting with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced but fun practice. Training will be provided, but we are ideally seeking someone with a background in optometry, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or early education, who has experience working with children and experience working as a receptionist or in an administrative, or operational role. Candidates should be highly organized, have strong time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills along with excellent people skills. You should also have the ability to quickly learn basic science/vision concepts and specific exercises. Approximate Schedule is 1-7pm Monday - Thursday Compensation: $20 - $28 / hour starting pay (commensurate with experience) with an increase once able to work independently with patients + revenue/performance based bonuses after the first year