Are you the kind of person who needs to help others to feel fulfilled? We’re looking for team-oriented professionals who are not only passionate about working with children and adults with special needs, but who also value optimism, creativity, kindness and compassion! We’re proud of our company culture and if you think your values align with our vision, we encourage you to apply!

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist who is fanatical about helping people with physical and mental disabilities reach their potential. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, responsible behaviors, self-determination and the ability to advocate for the people we support. To be successful in this position, candidates should be organized, easy-going, enthusiastic and able to work collectively as a productive team member. Most importantly, a Physical Therapist should be empathetic to the emotional and physical needs of the people we support while respecting their right to confidentiality, justice and fairness.

Job responsibilities

• Serve individuals of any age with a variety of congenital, developmental, neuromuscular, skeletal or acquired disorders/diseases through the Early intervention Program, Preschool Program, Day Habilitation Program, or Residential Programs.
• Perform and document an initial exam evaluating the data to identify problems and determine intervention using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies.
• Conduct assessments/evaluations, develop the appropriate treatment plan or program to address the individual’s needs, establish the goals or desired outcomes from the services, provide the subsequent services to designated individuals, and report on patient progress.
• Instruct staff members and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home, school, or at Day Habilitation.
• Consult with medical practitioners, service coordinators and appropriate others to plan, implement and assess interventions.
• Participate with the service/treatment coordinators and other team members to develop Individualized Family Service Plans, Individualized Education Programs, Individual Program Plans or Individual Service Plans as appropriate for the individual.
• Complete all documentation in compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards as needed for reimbursement.
• Complete all documentation within timelines outlined by agency, departmental and regulatory standards.
• Plan for the transition from Early Intervention to Preschool, to school based services (BOCES), and then the community; preparing the individual to function as independently as possible away from therapy service as targeted outcomes are achieved.
• Evaluate, fit, adjust, fix and maintain prosthetic, orthotic and adaptive equipment devices and recommend client specific modifications necessary for function at home and/or school.
• Provide direct supervision of physical therapy assistants in accordance with New York State Physical Therapy Practice Act
• Participate with improving building accessibility and planning environmental modification.
• Document need, advocate and provide recommendations in ordering/purchasing equipment for agency use.
• Provide clinical educational opportunities for students of physical therapy.
• Complete incident reports as indicated.
• Perform or ensure that a daily safety inspection of your site is conducted to minimize and address any possible safety hazards and to ensure all equipment is being used safely and properly.

Job requirements

• Graduation from an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy Licensed and Registered by the New York State Department of Education as a Physical Therapist.
• Work may require lifting, pushing or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.

Hours

Flexible to the needs of the program

Please send resume and cover letter detailing your education and work experiences.

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence is an equal opportunity employer: disabled/veteran