Physical Therapist - Early Childhood

Developmental Disabilities Institute • Ronkonkoma, NY • 1h ago

Description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST - EARLY CHILDHOOD

Full-Time, Salary $75,000-$85,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About DDI: For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.

The Role: As a Physical Therapist with DDI's Early Childhood Services division you will be a vital component of robust interdisciplinary team that is driven to ensure the most optimal outcomes for the students you support. Our Physical Therapists are responsible for providing all aspects of Physical Therapy services to your assigned caseload. This includes providing direct services, screenings, assessments and evaluations and completing all required documentation.

What You'll Do:

Evaluate, assess or screen clients using appropriate standardized testing and clinical observational skills.

Provide physical therapy services according to mandated paperwork (i.e. IEP's, IFSP etc).

Provide required documentation for services that your program and/or supervisor have outlined for you.

Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable and confidential manner.

Attend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professionals, staff and families.

Maintain and update professional knowledge, skills and abilities through appropriate continuing education, in-service training or higher education.

Maintain NYS Licensure in Physical Therapy

Evaluate, fit and adjust prosthetic, orthotic and adaptive equipment devices.

Consult with equipment technicians, physicians or others related to the client's needs.

All other duties as assigned.

Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of children.

Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table.

Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement.

Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment.

Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms.

Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing.

What you Need for the Role:

Licensed in physical therapy by NYSED with current registration.

Exemption to license as described by state law may be substituted (ie: limited permit).

Experience working with young children.

Why You'll Love This Job:

Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.

Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.

Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.

Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here's How We Support You:

Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.

Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.

Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.

Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.

And More: Paid school breaks and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

Empathic, compassionate, and patient

Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic

A good communicator and team player

Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here (https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg) to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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