Early Support Physical Therapist (PT)
Early Support Physical Therapist (PT)
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$ 72000 - 117000
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Description
About Kindering
Kindering a not-for-profit neurodevelopmental center has provided comprehensive services for children with special needs and their families since 1962. We are committed to creating and providing superior individualized family-centered services for children who are disabled medically fragile or vulnerable because of abuse or neglect. Kindering is dedicated to maintaining a highly trained licensed and certified team of professionals. Current services include comprehensive developmental assessments physical and occupational therapy speech and language therapy special education family counseling a feeding team childcare consultation parenting education and family resource coordination.
Here at Kindering we are dedicated to our vision for equity I Belong our work towards eradicating the systemic racial and oppressive barriers in society so that everyone can succeed. We are a proud equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community and actively encourage people from marginalized backgrounds to apply including people of color women individuals with disabilities veterans LGBTQ individuals immigrants and refugees.
Purpose
This role is designed to support our Early Supports team in developing coordinating and implementing family support plans as part of Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) for children aged birth to three who demonstrate neurodevelopmental physical and/or sensory differences.
We are in search of a dedicated individual with a proven track record of effectively collaborating with leaders and employees from diverse cultural backgrounds along with a strong commitment to promoting equity diversity and inclusion. Our work is dedicated to enhancing childrens development and learning environments through a combination of caregiver coaching groups and direct intervention. Physical Therapists empower caregivers to support fine and gross motor development through play within their natural learning environment.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Build a culturally sensitive partnership with each childs caregiving family to support their participation in their childs learning
- Provide caregiver coaching as a service delivery model to empower families with information and strategies to enhance the growth and development of their infant or toddler
- Deliver routines-based culturally relevant services within the childs natural learning environment which includes home or community settings
- Conduct formal and/or informal evaluations of a childs development; prepare written reports and updates as required
- Participate in the development and implementation of each childs Individualized Service Plan as part of a team including participation in IFSP meetings with caregivers Family Resources Coordinator and other providers
- Incorporate evidence-based accommodations modifications and adaptations to enable a child to participate and learn in their natural environments; design and/or assist in developing adaptive equipment; educate primary caregivers in therapeutic strategies using this equipment
- Collaborate as part of a team with the family other service providers and community agencies such as medical professionals school district personnel and family advocates
- Maintain accurate records of contact for each child and family including daily progress notes and timely billing records
- Participate in group programs as assigned; may include supporting development and learning of children within an interdisciplinary Stepping Stones community preschool class or supporting parent education through a BabySteps or Family Co-op class
- Make referrals to appropriate community or Kindering programs support groups and other services; support family in advocating for themselves their family and their child.
- Provide or support outreach care planning coordination anticipatory guidance for complex health needs assistance to access services consultation resource development interagency coordination training program planning quality management and administration to support Medicaid programs as needed
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
- Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Program (Bachelor to Doctorate Degree)
- Fluency in another language highly preferred
- Experience working with young children who have neuromuscular and developmental disorders or a professional commitment to develop proficiency in this specialty
- Experience and comfort with interacting with diverse populations
- Strong teamwork skills
- Ability to demonstrate dependability and punctuality
Minimum Prerequisites
- Possess a valid Washington State DOH PT license or be in process of obtaining one
- Pass the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) criminal history and background check as well as the FBI fingerprint check
- Strictly maintain the confidentiality of all client information in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies
- Demonstrate proficiency in word processing and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite including advanced skills in MS Word Excel and Access
- Possess a valid Washington State drivers license and maintain valid automobile insurance coverage
- Have access to a dependable personal vehicle for transportation purposes
- Possess the physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds
- Provide documentation of a negative tuberculosis test result
- Provide proof of current immunizations including COVID-19 and Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccines or submit a titer test result demonstrating immunity*
*Kindering requires all employees to be vaccinated or apply and be approved for a sincerely held religious belief or medical exemption.
Employment Type
Full-Time
