Francis of Paola ELC Special Education Physical Therapist, Preschool
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Company DescriptionAHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Come join our team and discover your passion.Job DescriptionCurrently seeking a Preschool Physical Therapist for Francis of Paola ELC in Williamsburg, BK.Address: 201 Conselyea St. Brooklyn, NY 11211Benefits of working for AHRC NYC:Paid time offHealth, Dental and Vision insuranceDevelopmental Training Program403b Retirement Plan with employer matchTuition AssistanceQualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program& moreRole Description:Full Time / Monday-FridayHours: 8:30 A.M-3:00 P.MResponsibilities include:Review and interpret assessment data and present attending students' needs and capabilities.Establish relevant and attainable short term and long term goals which reflect assessment data.Prepare IEP, daily treatment plans and Progress Reports as needed.Work within the classroom setting and work with classroom staff to create environment which maximizes function and compensates for dysfunction.Provide purposeful activities or methods, employed to develop, maintain, improve, restore and/or maximize function and compensate for dysfunction. Meet regularly with classroom staff and interdisciplinary team to affect maximum service delivery.Demonstrate knowledge of student's disability and impact on performance and functioning.Adapt treatment activities when necessary to achieve desired goals.Manage screenings and follow up for appropriate equipment and services for children.Incorporate current theory and research into all treatment plans.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Job Type: Full-timePay: $79,900- $80,000 (Annual)QualificationsBachelors or Masters in Physical Therapy and New York State License required. Pediatric experience highly preferred.Ability to work effectively with children with developmental disabilities.Ability to communicate seating, positioning and other special considerations to classroom staff.Knowledge of developmental disabilities and appropriate therapeutic intervention techniques.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.