School Age Physical Therapist Brooklyn

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Its more than a job; its a calling. Its where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT we are 3000 strong and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand we know what it takes to help people live fuller happier healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

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SUMMARY

Under the direction of program leadership the Physical Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation diagnosis and therapeutic intervention to students pursuant to the Individual Family Service Plan Individual Education Plan or Interim Individual Education Plan in accordance with agency policies regulations and requirements of applicable regulatory agencies and standards of profession. The Physical Therapist participates in consultative process with parents and team members. This role plays a critical part in helping students achieve their communication goals and access learning opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key duties and responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Childrens Services include but are not limited to:

• Provides physical therapy evaluation of students annually in areas of muscle tone and/or strength range of motion reflex patterns gross motor capacity posture and joint alignment patterns of locomotion and/or ambulation activities of daily living including transfers and wheelchair management need for adaptive equipment and recommendations for changes in present equipment.
• Develops a treatment plan and goals based on assessment.
• Maintains daily and monthly attendance records.
• Ensures individuals receive services appropriate to their needs and consistent with educational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Selects educational recreational and social activities in order to aid students in adjusting to their functional level.
• Teaches adaptive skills necessary to perform daily living and/or vocational tasks.
• Provides and participates in in-service education for other personnel relevant to techniques and objectives of program.
• Serves and participates as a member of interdisciplinary team at team meetings Annual Reviews Case Presentations In-Services etc. as required by each program.
• Integrates therapeutic intervention techniques into programs and/or home of students served through consultation with parent/guardian and staff at team meetings case conferences or through other informal contacts.
• Assists in overall rehabilitation of students medical/psychiatric condition.
• Documents therapy activities and results on students records and periodic reports.
• Records progress on all active cases in therapy monitors therapy status and makes appropriate recommendations as changes occur.
• Refers students to other clinical services if such referral is felt appropriate.
• Fits adaptive devices for students use such as splints or braces.
• Participates in Initial Evaluation and Intake processes.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Provides supervision to Physical Therapy students and Physical Therapy Assistants as needed.
• Assists with other duties such as arrival dismissal mealtimes using the bathroom and classroom management as directed.
• Maintains equipment and orders supplies as required.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Masters Degree in Physical Therapy.
• One year of prior pediatric or school-based physical therapy experience preferred.
• Current NY State license in Physical Therapy.
• Ability to read write speak and understand English.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with children families team members and external partners.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide therapeutic interventions in a variety of settings including schools homes and community-based programs.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers electronic devices and documentation systems.
• Passion for ADAPT Community Networks mission and the nonprofit sector.

COMPENSATION: $47.28/hour Industry-Leading Benefits!

At ADAPT we value diversity equity inclusion accessibility and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds opinions ideas and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive respected united and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair efficient and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize summarize and analyze information provided by candidates including resumes application responses and other materials submitted during the application may be used to identify patterns highlight relevant skills and experience and assist in comparing a candidates qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.