Physical Therapist - Part Time

The Arc of Chester County•West Chester, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Chester County is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating, educating and providing services to empower individuals with disabilities and their families to enhance the quality of their lives. This part-time position focuses on providing direct physical therapy services to children aged 0-19, specifically those aged 0-3 and 3-5 years old. The role involves functioning as a member of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with families, caregivers, support coordinators, and other professionals to develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) or Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The organization emphasizes a family-guided, routines-based intervention model and has been a part of the Chester County community for 70 years.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree (or equivalent) in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program.
Licensure or eligibility in Pennsylvania.
Knowledge and training in the field of Pediatric Physical Therapy.
Knowledge of child development.
Knowledge or experience working with families.
Ability to obtain required clearances, including Child Abuse, FBI, NSOR, PA Criminal and Medicaid Fraud.
Has a reliable vehicle and an acceptable driving record as per The Arc’s Personnel Policy.
Possess valid driver’s license, auto insurance and vehicle registration before hire and ongoing prior to their expiration.
Applicable Certifications required by funding agencies.
PA Early Intervention Coach endorsement completed or willing to work towards.
Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification.
Mandated Reporter Training in compliance with Act 31 and Act 126.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy services to children/families on assigned caseload.
Function as a member of the child’s multidisciplinary team by collaborating with families/caregivers, supports coordinators, and other professionals to develop and implement the IFSP/IEP.
Participate, collaborate and/or implement The Arc of Chester County’s 5-year Strategic Plan.
Complete all training and qualifications requirements.
Develop and implement physical therapy services including evaluation, ongoing assessment, setting individualized goals, objectives, and treatment planning for children in accordance with IEP/IFSP, pending receipt of the physician’s prescription for services.
Collaborate with IFSP/IEP team members regarding child/family goals/outcomes and intervention plan.
Function as an active member of IFSP/IEP team and communicate effectively with others on the team to ensure high quality of services.
Maintain confidentiality per agency policies.
Provide families and primary caregivers with training and consultation regarding child and family goals/outcomes, priorities and needs using family guided routines-based intervention model.
Participate in evaluation for client equipment and /or adaptive devices needs and assist in the securing of equipment through appropriate channels/sources.
Provide oversight and coordination of therapeutic equipment needed by the physical therapy personnel or staff to support IFSP/IEPs.
Prepare for and participate in IFSP/IEP, family, team, or staff meetings.
Maintain, complete, and submit in accordance with timelines/deadlines required paperwork, that includes child-related reports, session summary sheets, as required by the agency, and funding agents.
Provide relevant training to classroom teaching staff, PTAs, and volunteers as requested.
Communicate ideas, concerns, and needs to designated supervisor or other administrative team members.
Supervise PTAs, for the assigned children on their shared caseloads or when the agency is participating in student practicums/internships.
Participate in Arc sponsored events.
Other duties as assigned.