Special Education.Physical Therapist.Infants and Toddlers 12 month1486

Baltimore County Public Schools•Rosedale, MD

20d•$80,335 - $145,090

About The Position

The Physical Therapist enables students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from educational programs by providing appropriate therapy services. The position serves students with physical and developmental needs in school and community settings, and works with students, families, school personnel, and other service providers. Duties include assessment, therapy, educational planning, transition support, staff and family training, and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.

Requirements

Master's degree in physical therapy from an accredited college or university.
Licensure from the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, Department of Mental Health and Hygiene.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of educational physical therapy.
Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong human relations skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Skill using word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with administrators, students, families, and coworkers.
Ability to maintain confidential information appropriately.
Ability to use equipment and technology required to perform job duties.
Ability to supervise students and manage behavior.
Ability to move throughout schools and classrooms and travel throughout the county to offices, community settings, and schools.
Must apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through ePREP.
U.S. citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

Screen and assess students with physical and developmental problems to determine whether services are needed and recommend strategies, adaptations, or modifications that support their educational programs or settings.
Determine the need for and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment.
Participate in determining technology-related needs and provide related staff training.
Participate in developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Service Plans, or 504 Plans.
Provide recommended therapy services.
Consult with school personnel, parents, and other service providers.
Participate in transition planning for students moving between programs and for high school students transitioning to post-school activities, work, or community life.
Meet documentation requirements established by federal, state, and Baltimore County regulations and the Board of Examiners for Physical Therapy.
Supervise and train paraprofessionals as assigned.
Provide in-service training to families, school staff, and others as needed.
Collaborate with Physical Facilities on accessibility modifications.
Consult with schools about emergency evacuation of students with disabilities.
Instruct bus drivers and assistants in safely assisting and transporting students with physical disabilities.
Instruct and supervise graduate therapy students working with children in an educational setting.
Perform other duties as assigned.