Physical Therapist (SBT) - Norwalk, CT

CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES•Norwalk, CT

1d•$70 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Constellation Kids is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist to provide services to school-age children in Norwalk, Connecticut. The role includes evaluating students, providing interventions, and leading individual and small-group sessions. The therapist collaborates with school team members, families, and other therapists; documents assessment and intervention results; and attends and contributes to Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. Services are in sync with the school calendar. Newly licensed Physical Therapists are encouraged to apply. Constellation Kids is a family-owned company that has provided therapy and education services for over 25 years. The company describes its environment as positive and supportive, with therapists working alongside families and educational teams to support children through evidence-based therapies and behavioral interventions.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
Current Connecticut State Physical Therapist license.

Nice To Haves

Fieldwork in a pediatric setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Gather information for child evaluations by reviewing records and communicating with the school team.
Select and administer assessment instruments and procedures appropriate to a student's age, developmental level, disability, and educational placement.
Screen children to determine their physical therapy needs.
Interpret assessment results to develop or modify physical therapy intervention plans.
Plan and implement intervention strategies through direct therapy, monitoring, and consultation.
Participate in the IEP process and engage in consensual decision-making with the school team.
Communicate orally and in writing with education personnel, administrators, parents, and community members.
Document assessment and intervention results accurately.
Facilitate transitions among agencies, programs, and professionals as services change.
May supervise Level I and Level II fieldwork students.
May mentor newer Physical Therapists.
May supervise Physical Therapist Assistants.
Identify emergency situations and determine appropriate actions to ensure child safety.
Attend and contribute to IEP meetings.
Lead individual and small-group sessions and collaborate with school teams and other therapists.