Physical Therapist (PT)
About The Position
Liberty POST is seeking Early Childhood/Pediatric Physical Therapists to work with children from birth to age five through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Positions are available in Goshen, Wappinger, Sugar Loaf, Ulster County, and Westchester, New York. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Liberty POST has provided individualized services since 1994 and employs more than 500 professionals across New York State and Indiana. Its collaborative team provides evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play, with attention to children's natural learning environments, family strengths and needs, and the diverse population it serves. The role includes evaluating children, tracking progress, setting realistic goals, adjusting treatment plans, and preparing timely records and detailed reports. Therapists must maintain confidential documentation and follow applicable state laws and regulations for Early Intervention and CPSE/CSE special education programs. Part-time and full-time employment are available.
Requirements
- Current New York State licensure and/or certification in Physical Therapy.
- Knowledge of MS Word and comfort working with computer systems.
- Valid driver's license.
- Early childhood experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, monitor, and track children's progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Test and evaluate children's abilities to determine realistic goals.
- Record initial evaluations, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using an Electronic Medical Record system.
- Write detailed analyses and reports.
- Organize and maintain the confidentiality of children's records and other documentation.
- Follow state laws and regulations applicable to Early Intervention and CPSE/CSE special education.
Benefits
- Health benefits and retirement packages are available for full-time positions.
- Accrual of sick time in accordance with New York State sick time laws.
- Mentoring offered to all providers.
- Access to unlimited accredited CEU courses through ASHA, AOTA, APTA, and CTLE.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Work with a team of professionals committed to making a difference.
- Biweekly payment by direct deposit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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