Pediatric Physical Therapist, Early Support for Infants and Toddlers Program (Full-Time)

Children's Therapy Center•University Place, WA

1d•$39 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Therapy Center is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our expanding Early Support for Infants & Toddlers (ESIT) Team, serving our Tacoma, WA location. Our preferred candidate is experienced, with a strong understanding of early childhood development, expertise in sensory processing and play-based therapy, with Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) certification a plus. Our Physical Therapist should have a deep passion for empowering children with special needs and supporting their families to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
Must have or obtain a PT license in the State of Washington
Current CPR and First Aid certification, required
Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey thoughts and express ideas effectively using various oral, written, visual, and/or non-verbal skills.
Effective listening skills, including the ability to recognize, comprehend and appreciate various perspectives and diverse points of view.
Organized and detail oriented, with the ability to organize work to meet various commitments and responsibilities.
Ability to anticipate potential challenges, and adjust to changes as needed.
Collaborative and participatory; serves as an active member of the team, inviting diverse perspectives to support organizational priorities and common goals.
Demonstrated the ability to include, value, respect, and engage perspectives that cross cultural backgrounds, lived experiences, and diverse points of view.
Strong decision-making skills, including the ability to complete duties factoring appropriate or relevant details, considerations, and input from all individuals impacted.
Consciously and intentionally operates with self-awareness; consistently seeking opportunities to learning and grow in proactive and respectful ways.
Strong word processing and proficient with MS Word and Outlook
Valid Washington State driver’s license and valid automobile insurance including access to reliable personal transportation

Nice To Haves

Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) certification

Responsibilities

Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to conduct family-centered, strengths-based screenings, evaluations, and ongoing assessments to inform eligibility determination and contribute to full evaluation report.
Understand and educate parents and caregivers on the wide range of children’s development across individual, cultural, and community differences.
Provide caregivers with culturally relevant support in the home, natural environment and/or telehealth, utilizing a coaching model that promotes health, well-being, and development of the whole child.
Coach parents and caregivers to support culturally relevant routines that promote health, well-being, and development of the child.
As part of the ESIT team, collaborate with caregivers to develop and/or implement the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) that supports healthy racial, cultural, gender, socio-economic and disability identity for children and caregivers.
Develop strong relationships with caregivers and work collaboratively with community members and multi-disciplinary ESIT team to meet family's needs.
Participate as an active member of the ESIT team during team meetings, staffing, in-services, peer coaching/consultation.
Demonstrates ability to embrace, integrate and adapt to cultural, racial, linguistic, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity into the daily curriculum by partnering with families and caregivers to incorporate and value aspects of language and traditions into the daily routine.
Values and promotes relationships between caregivers and children by fostering warm/healthy attachments and interactions.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, responsible for ensuring compliance with Children’s Therapy Center’s, IDEA Part B & C’s processes, policies, and timelines.
Order orthotics, assistive devices, and/or adaptive equipment as necessary