Supporting our therapists with mentoring opportunities | mykelly

Whether you are a brand-new therapist or a veteran looking for the next step, finding a mentor who can brainstorm ideas, counsel you through challenging cases, or simply offer a different perspective is one of the best ways to grow in your career.

At Kelly Pediatric Therapy, we don’t want our providers to feel like they are alone. Having a trusted mentor to lean on can make all the difference in growing your confidence—especially when you are first getting started in a pediatric or school-based setting.

Benefits of mentorship as a new therapist.

At Kelly Pediatric Therapy, our mentors are experienced professionals within your clinical specialty. Your mentor can ease the challenges of navigating new, complex situations, as well as answer questions and provide essential resources. Here are some of the top benefits of mentorship for a new therapist:

• Growing your confidence: Mentors help you work through challenges and difficult situations while turning knowledge into real-world practice.
• Preventing burnout and isolation: Working with a mentor provides a dedicated space to reflect on your reactions and feelings when you step out of the therapy room.
• Sharing guidance you can trust: From managing documentation to improving efficiency, your mentor can offer practical tips to streamline your workload.
• Building professional skills: Experienced mentors offer valuable insights on ethical and legal nuances, helping you make informed decisions in your practice.
• Navigating provider resources: Mentors have experience with our resource library and can assist you while you learn all that is available.

What to expect from a mentor-mentee relationship.

With the right support, a mentor can empower you to thrive. A strong mentor-mentee relationship is built on trust, communication, and a shared commitment to growth. This supportive partnership offers a space to explore solutions and discuss goals as you develop professionally.

You should feel comfortable reaching out to your mentor with concerns or challenges. Whether offering feedback or encouraging reflection, mentors help you grow in all areas of your practice. They can answer questions, share insights, and help you navigate challenges with certainty.

Your support system at Kelly Pediatric Therapy.

Mentorship with Kelly Pediatric Therapy means you’re never navigating your career alone. Our dedicated mentors are here to provide you with maximum support, especially in the first 90 days. Here’s how mentorship looks with us:

• Introduction and ongoing support: As soon as you complete onboarding, you’ll connect with a discipline-specific mentor. You will work together to decide on monthly check-ins or other meeting times that work for both of you.
• Continued guidance: No matter what your clinical specialty is you can lean on a mentor who understands the day-to-day realities and unique aspects of your specialty.
• Access to professional solutions: Our mentors provide troubleshooting in challenging cases and share resources to improve your clinical skills and readiness.

A word from one of our mentors.

Amanda Myers is an occupational therapist at Ringing Rocks Elementary in the Pottsgrove School District in Pennsylvania. She’s also a mentor.

“I connect with new grads, new Kelly Pediatric Therapy providers, or therapists who are just new to school-based therapy in general — just to support them and answer questions.”

She says mentorship can be mutually beneficial. Moving into the role of a mentor supported her professional growth and allowed her to help new clinicians feel confident in their roles.

> Watch Amanda's provider spotlight video.

Grow your career with Kelly Pediatric Therapy.

At Kelly Pediatric Therapy, our mission is to support dedicated therapists like you, so you can make a difference for children and families in our schools, clinics, and communities. We offer resources, mentorship, and real opportunities for career growth—plus a true work-life balance. Learn more about all the ways we support our therapists. 

Explore our PT, OT, SLP, and behavioral health opportunities in schools across the country.