Physical Therapist - Temporary Full-Time (Woodbury)

Brookville Center for Children’s Services•Woodbury, NY

3d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Brookville Center for Children's Services is seeking a Physical Therapist for the Barbara C. Wilson Preschool in Woodbury, Nassau County, New York. This is a full-time temporary leave-replacement position beginning in February 2027 and projected to continue through August 2027, subject to change based on program needs. The position is not eligible for holiday or school recess pay, benefits, or paid time off, except for New York State Sick Leave. The Physical Therapist performs evaluations and therapy sessions in accordance with students’ IEPs/IFSPs, communicates with professional staff and families, and maintains accurate documentation in compliance with NYSED, DOH, and other oversight-agency regulations. The role includes collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, supporting students’ motor and developmental skills, maintaining a safe therapy environment, and providing culturally responsive services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
New York State licensure and registration as a Physical Therapist.
Knowledge of anatomy and neuromotor development acquired through an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related work experience with preschool and school-age students with special needs.

Responsibilities

Assess students’ needs using formal and informal measures, analyze assessment results, form appropriate diagnoses, and develop objective goals for students’ IEPs/IFSPs.
Develop and implement therapeutic activities and strategies to facilitate motor control and developmental skills, including upper- and lower-extremity functioning.
Provide physical therapy services according to the frequency, duration, and location specified in students’ IEPs/IFSPs.
Address students’ behavioral needs using positive behavior supports and following their behavioral support plans.
Work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team; share student progress and strategies with team members and support carryover into classroom and home environments.
Participate in parent, team, CPSE, CSE, and/or IFSP conferences as assigned, which may include evening meetings.
Communicate with parents or guardians about student progress and intervention strategies, and conduct in-service training for staff and/or families as needed.
Complete, organize, and maintain required paperwork, reports, and evaluations accurately and on time, in compliance with applicable regulations.
Recognize and promptly report problems, manage time effectively, and adapt flexibly to change.
Supervise interns or volunteers when requested and communicate with university supervisors about interns’ progress.
Maintain required certification and/or licensure, including continuing education, renewal, and annual dues as required.
Participate in physical therapy screenings and determine the need for, and implement, sensory modalities and/or adaptive equipment as appropriate.
Maintain students’ health and safety and a healthy, safe, and attractive environment.
Follow organizational and regulatory policies, including compliance, ethical conduct, in-service education, quality improvement, attendance and professional conduct, emergency preparedness, fire safety, infection control, health examinations, immunizations, and active student supervision.
Participate in continuing education, required in-services, and supervision sessions; seek support and implement recommendations to improve professional knowledge and practice.
Modify strategies, activities, and therapeutic interventions to meet individual student needs and respond appropriately to student and family requests.
Maintain child and family confidentiality; promote teamwork, cooperation, positive coworker relationships, and courteous, service-oriented interactions.
Provide inclusive, equitable, culturally responsive services and communicate effectively with people across cultures, disability ranges, genders, ethnicities, and races.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.