Physical Therapist

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team at a private non-profit special education school in Bellmawr, NJ. The successful candidate will provide physical therapy services to students with special needs, develop goals and objectives, and participate in an integrated approach of service delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the preadmission interview process for new students
• Develop goals and objectives for students based on their physical needs
• Provide physical therapy to students as recommended by their IEP
• Provide classroom support in gross motor activities
• Participate in an integrated approach of service delivery
• Follow and implement behavior management plans as developed by school psychologist and classroom teacher
• Consult with classroom staff regarding positioning of students
• Train classroom staff in the use of adaptive equipment
• Recommend and order equipment to meet student needs
• Keep inventory of all adaptive equipment
• Maintain a log of services rendered
• Complete monthly semi report and submit at the first of each month
• Be available to parents for discussion of physical therapy program
• Participate in scheduled staff, department and case management meetings
• Participate in department meetings to discuss, plan, and problem solve for the betterment of the physical therapy department
• Attend workshops and in-service programs to aid in professional development
• Demonstrate appropriate planning
• Collect data weekly
• Submit narrative present level
• Submit progress reports quarterly
• Implement and follow administrative regulations and directives as stated in Board Policy and State Law
• Collaborate with other staff members in educational and therapeutic matters, maintaining positive lines of communication
• Serve on volunteer committees
• Maintain communication with parents
• Be knowledgeable about all medical and emergency policies and work in conjunction with the school nurse
• Become familiar with and implement the school's philosophy, rules, and personnel policies
• Uphold confidentiality at all times
• Speak positively about the school
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude
• Maintain a positive working relationship with staff members
• Demonstrate self motivation and a willingness to learn
• Accept constructive criticism
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task
• Complete tasks efficiently
• Demonstrate punctuality
• Perform any other duties as required by school Administrators

Qualifications:

• New Jersey Department of Education School Physical Therapist Certification
• Must have a high school diploma and be in good health
• Must have a current physical and mantoux, successfully completed a drug and alcohol screening and also undergo a criminal history background check and finger printing pursuant to N.J.S.A.