Location:
KRESA/WoodsEdge Learning Center Division: Special Education
Position Type:
11-Month, Full Time: 37.5 hrs/week
Mon -Fri, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
(Grade 14)
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
It is the responsibility of this position to work with the Physical Therapist to carry out individualized therapy programs for each assigned student. This includes implementation of appropriate direct therapy, appropriate record keeping and working directly with classrooms staff to enable all students to access their school environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the physical therapist, provide direct therapy to students with severe impairments, ages 3-26 years old, by following the plans provided to them.
• To assist the physical therapist in the development and revision of individualized therapy programs.
• To assist and train classroom staff in gross motor procedures as well as in lifting, handling and positioning students and in the proper use of positioning equipment.
• To attend classroom team meetings and PLC meetings to consult with classroom staff.
• To assist the physical therapist in developing and maintaining reports on students.
• To accept responsibility for the student’s personal care, wellbeing and environment throughout treatment.
• To provide instruction within designated community settings in order that students may meet individualized educational goals and objectives.
• Assists PT in creating mobility and positioning program for each student. Trains staff on how to implement and monitor the program.
• Assists therapist in annually obtaining a prescription for each student receiving PT services. Prescription must be signed by an MD or DO per Medicaid billing requirement.
• To maintain documentation for all sessions including attendance records, data and Medicaid billing.
• Maintain, monitor and adjust inventory of mobility equipment throughout the school setting.
• Attend IEP/MET meetings with appropriate paperwork/documentation provided by the PT.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Skills and Education Required:
Degree in physical therapy from an accredited physical therapist assistant program and be licensed as a physical therapy assistant in Michigan.
Experience in school therapy (preferred). An understanding of the learning processes of severely cognitively and multiply impaired students.
Preferred Skills and Education: (Preference given to a candidate with these skills, education, etc.)
Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness, and anti-racism
Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of cultures
Ability to discuss cultural differences with colleagues and clients
Ability to assess one's own strengths and limitations or challenges and integrate this understanding into interpersonal interactions
Maintains an organized therapy area
Effectively present information in front of groups and engage in audience
Ability to communicate effectively including listening
Works in a team-oriented fashion
Ability to efficiently use computer and applicable software
Ability to problem solve
Maintains confidentiality
Displays willingness to support and make decisions with sound judgment in timely manner
Adapts to frequent changes in the work environment
Uses equipment and materials properly
Practices safe work habits