What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Physical Therapist position at Their Place?
Job description:
Their Place is looking for a part-time Physical Therapists to join our Children’s Services team.
We are committed to providing services to children of all ages who are experiencing challenges with learning, social skills, sensory processing, speech/language skills and/or motor development.
Reports to: Children’s Services Coordinator
Job Description:
- This role will perform full physical therapy evaluation (collecting learner history, using standardized functional tests and outcome measures, determining PT diagnosis/prognosis, constructing learner-centered plans of care).
- Ability to create home exercise programs along with learner education
- Follow Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and develop methodologies for reaching each child’s specific developmental goals
- Coach family members and caregivers on various intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over in both home and at community settings
- Provide therapy services to improve gross motor development, address large motor concerns, and increase strength and muscle development
- Provide therapy to assist with achievement of gross motor milestones at appropriate levels of development and ability
- Ensure that progress is documented, and caregivers are active participants in intervention through addressing specific goals, coaching sessions, and communication with the entire team
- Prepare progress reports
- Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA and/or State/Federal regulations)
Requirements:
- New Jersey Physical Therapy (PT) license
- Early Intervention Experience OR Equivalent Experience
- Pediatric Experience
- Home Based Service Delivery Experience (preferred)
- Strong Clinical & Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Written & Oral Communication Skills
- Must have at least one year of experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to travel – services are provided in the client home
- Valid CPR License
- Valid NJ Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass background check, drug screen and all pre-employment requirements
Hours based on client needs
Ability to Commute:
- Union County, NJ (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60 - $70