What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist – Home/Community-Based position at Brookville Center for Children's Services?
Physical Therapist – Home/Community-Based | Per Diem
Nassau & Suffolk County In-Home/Community & On-Site Locations
12-Month School Calendar
In-Home/Community Rate: $82/Hour
On-Site Locations Rate: $95/Hour
Brookville Center for Children's Services provides home/community-based services for children birth to 3 years of age with developmental delays or disabilities. Our mission is to educate and support children of all abilities.
We seek a Physical Therapist to perform physical therapy evaluations and conduct therapy sessions following students' IEP/IFSPs, communicate appropriately with professional staff and families of assigned students, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with the regulations established by NYSED, DOH, and other oversight agencies.
We offer:
- Competitive Pay
- New York State Sick Leave (NYSSL)
- Wellness incentives
- Mileage reimbursement (travel between work sites)
In this role, you will:
- Assess students' needs using formal and informal measures; set goals for IEP/IFSPs.
- Develop and implement therapeutic activities to enhance motor control and skills.
- Provide physical therapy per IEP/IFSP specifications and use positive behavior supports.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams; share progress and integrate strategies.
- Maintain professional communication with families and staff; participate in meetings.
- Complete timely paperwork, reports, and evaluations; supervise interns as needed.
- Ensure a healthy, safe environment and adhere to policies, regulatory standards, and safety protocols.
- Engage in professional development, continuing education, and active supervision.
We require:
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- NYS Licensure and Registration as a Physical Therapist
- Knowledge of anatomy and neuromotor development, as normally acquired through completion of an accredited physical therapy program
- A minimum of one (1) year of related work experience with preschool and school-age special needs populations preferred
- Physical capacity: Aspects may include, but are not limited to, lifting and transferring of a child/student
- Demonstrate cultural competence
Physical Therapists, for immediate consideration, please apply now
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Proud of our Workforce Diversity.
Pay: $ $95.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $82 - $95