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Barber National Institute

Therapeutic Assistant

June - August 2019 • Erie, PA

What I liked

I loved working with the children over the summer and helping them learn coping skills while on field trips, during Connections Camp!

What I wish was different

I wish that we would have had a longer training period.

Advice

Work hard and choose your battles wisely, not everything is a big deal. Just make sure the kids have a fun, safe summer!
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Therapeutic Assistant

June - August 2019 • Erie, PA

What I liked

I learned a lot about myself and what I want to do in the future. Working with children with autism, I discovered a passion for health and wellness and was prompted to change my major. I was able to immerse myself in a different side of my home community.

What I wish was different

Advice

Self-care is one of the most important things to pay attention to and take time for when working full time! Make sure you make room in your schedule for maintaining healthy habits.
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Grounds Caretaker

May - August 2019 • Erie, PA

What I liked

I was able to be outdoors all day.

What I wish was different

I had more hours.

Advice

You should be able to stand for multiple hours.
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