ABOUT NORTHSIDE CENTER

Northside Center is known for our wonderful work culture and our expert teams of educators and clinicians. Most importantly, look forward to joining us in achieving our mission to provide children and families with the support they need to overcome adversity and thrive. Ensuring that our high-quality outcome-driven behavioral, mental health and education services propel struggling children forward, away from the ill effects of poverty and racism, toward a future limited only by the scope of their dreams.

JOB SUMMARY

As a child's physical therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating children with physical disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. Your goal will be to improve their mobility, alleviate pain, and promote overall physical health and well-being. You will work closely with children, their families, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized treatment plans and monitor progress.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Conducting initial evaluations to assess a child's physical abilities, limitations, and needs.
•  Developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's specific condition and goals.
•  Implementing therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and endurance.
•  Using specialized equipment and techniques to assist children in achieving their therapy goals.
•  Providing education and guidance to children and their families on exercises, activities, and strategies to support ongoing progress and rehabilitation.
•  Monitoring and documenting progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and communicating with other healthcare professionals involved in the child's care.
•  Collaborating with schools, community programs, and other resources to support children's physical therapy needs outside of clinical settings.
•  Adhering to legal and ethical standards, maintaining patient confidentiality, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for therapy sessions.

QUALIFICATION

•  Bachelor's degree in physical therapy (BPT) or a related field.
•  State licensure as a physical therapist and certification in pediatric physical therapy (CPP).
•  Experience working with children with diverse physical disabilities, injuries, and medical conditions.
•  Knowledge of child development, anatomy, physiology, and therapeutic techniques relevant to pediatric physical therapy.
•  Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
•  Compassion, patience, and empathy when working with children and their families.
•  Ability to adapt to changing environments, prioritize tasks, and work independently as well as part of a team.
•  Commitment to continuing education and staying updated on advances in pediatric physical therapy practices and research.