Early Intervention Physical Therapist, Part-time

If you are passionate about early childhood development and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Help us empower children to reach their full potential.Want to work for a company that….Was recently named a PA Best Place to Work.Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals.Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard andaddressed in a timely fashion.Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.Who are we?At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:Position Status: Part-time, less than 20 hours each weekSchedule: Monday-Friday, hours flexible to meet referral needsLocation: Varies based on referralsBenefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!Same day pay available with Tapcheck!Professional developmentincluding the opportunity to participate in the Infant Toddler Service Delivery Learning Path sponsored by EITA PA.As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven!Here’s what to expect as a Physical Therapist:Assist in developing outcomes, strategies, and data collection methods based on the child’s Evaluation Report (ER) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).Ensure the identification, development, and implementation of physical therapy activities to meet the needs of the family and child in accordance with the child’s IFSP.Assess on an ongoing basis the functional skills of the child in gross motor skills to include: development of major motor components of pre-ambulation, gait analysis, assessment of balance and equilibrium reactions, and evaluation of the need for adaptive seating, positioning equipment, and orthotic needs.Provide families with individual session notes that include the outcome, strategies used, recommendations, and plans for the next session.Provide updates and information for quarterly reviews and annual evaluations in accordance with county guidelines to allow for adequate planning when determining the child’s continued eligibility.Provide support and feedback to families/caregivers with suggestions and strategies to assist their child in achieving their IFSP goal.Fulfill transportation requirements to complete home visits and community-based therapy sessions.Develop and implement new policies and/or procedures within the functional area to support the continuous improvement of operational effectiveness and efficiency.Maintain current mandated paperwork to include: State license, Child abuse clearance, State Police clearance, FBI clearance, 24 hours of training for Early Intervention, and any pertinent certifications related to your license/expertise.Minimum requirements as a Physical Therapist:Bachelor’s degree within a related discipline expected and 2 to 5 years of learning experienceOr Master’s degree within a related discipline and 0 to 2 years of learning experiencePA State licensure in Physical Therapy or eligible for licensureEligible for PA Promise EnrollmentNot on CMS Exclusion ListA valid driver’s license and 6 months of previous driving experienceAccess to vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspectionAbility to communicate, read, write, and interpret EnglishPreferred, but not required:Knowledge of adaptive seating and positioning for childrenIf you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to .

Created: 2024-10-19