Physical Therapist (Part Time) San Diego County

Job Summary

At Home of Guiding Hands we know that early movement and mobility support can change the trajectory of a childs life. As a Physical Therapist you will make a meaningful impact by completing evaluations and providing individualized weekly therapy for infants and toddlers (ages 03) with developmental delays. Youll work closely with families to support each childs progress in natural everyday environments during the most critical stage of development.

This is more than a jobits an opportunity to build a rewarding career with a mission-driven nonprofit that values flexibility collaboration and professional growth.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving quality of life for children and families every day.

What Youll Be Doing: Tasks Duties and Responsibilities

Assessment & Evaluation

• Review collateral and intake information provided for each child.

• Evaluate each childs ability to move participate in daily routines and perform functional activities using developmentally appropriate assessment tools.

• Complete intake paperwork evaluations assessments reports and individualized treatment plans in collaboration with children and their families.

Care Planning & IFSP Development

• Assist in the development and ongoing implementation of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).

• Ensure therapy goals and interventions align with IFSP outcomes and family priorities.

Direct Service Delivery

• Schedule plan and conduct home-based visits with assigned families to carry out treatment plans and IFSP goals.

• Provide therapy services in family homes and other natural community environments.

Collaboration & Communication

• Maintain ongoing communication with families and members of the interdisciplinary (ID) team to coordinate services and ensure continuity of care.

• Partner with caregivers to provide education coaching and support related to the childs physical development.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare collect and maintain accurate educational files case notes records and documentation including information from outside agencies.

• Ensure all documentation meets program regulatory and agency standards.

Resources & Community Engagement

• Conduct research related to families service needs and provide relevant resources and educational information.

• Travel throughout San Diego County to complete therapy sessions in family homes and other community-based locations.

What Youll Bring to the Role: Knowledge Skills and Education

Licensure & Education

• Current Physical Therapy license issued by the California Physical Therapy Board.

• Masters degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

• Minimum of one (1) year of Physical Therapy experience required.

• Minimum of one (1) year of pediatric experience preferably serving children from birth to five (05) years of age.

Eligibility & Compliance Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.

• Must obtain criminal record clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ).

• Valid California Drivers License with a safe driving record and at least two (2) years of licensed driving experience.

• Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance.

• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification if not currently certified (training provided for new hires).

Language & Technical Skills

• Ability to read write speak and understand English.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook for documentation and communication.

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Collaborative team-oriented professional with strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to build positive supportive and professional working relationships with families colleagues and interdisciplinary team members.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to ensure accuracy and completeness of program documentation and paperwork.

• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage workload independently.

• Demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with diverse families values and lifestyles.

Our Culture and Values:

Innovation We encourage creativity and innovation because we believe that by striving for more efficient and effective ways of doing things we can achieve exceptional results. Our drive for success is shared by all. Our organization focuses on solutions and refuses to maintain the status quo. We challenge our team to be ahead of industry trends as we strive to lead and not follow.

Collaboration We believe that working together collaboratively is the foundation of a culture that values teamwork communication and cooperation. This belief is central to every part of our business both internally and externally and strengthens our community.

Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and for delivering on our commitments. We believe that by being transparent and accountable we build trust and maintain the respect of our stakeholders.

Respect We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We value inclusivity and believe that by upholding a culture of respect we can foster a positive and supportive work environment. We treat others as we would want to be treated.

Empathy We value empathy and understanding in all our interactions. We seek to understand the perspectives and needs of our colleagues clients and stakeholders to meet them with kindness and compassion.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The work environment for this position involves working with a variety of people in their homes and in the community. While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly required to see talk hear walk bend stoop sit stand reach and lift objects weighing up to ten pounds repeatedly during a shift.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity/expression) age marital status status as a protected veteran among other things or status as a qualified individual with disability.

About HGH

Home of Guiding Hands is a non-profit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is to improve the lives of those we serve. We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome epilepsy autism and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes independent living support respite care and adult foster home services. Additionally we provide early childhood assessments and services tailored day support Life Planning workshops county-wide transportation services and on-site activities at our resource center.

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