Physiotherapist

Sense International; Kolar; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense International India (Sense India) seeks a qualified physiotherapist to support the Sparsh centre at Kolar, focusing on children and adults with Deafblindness/Multiple Disabilities. The role involves assessments, rehab planning, and coordinating with educators to integrate IEP goals.

The candidate will provide physiotherapy services, adapt environments, handle documentation, and may travel for training to enhance skills and centre impact. Strong communication and registration are essential.

Qualifications

• Ideally a physiotherapist (BPT/MPT) with 2 years of experience, preferably with experience working with children with disabilities
• Knowledge of computers (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, online platforms)
• Able to analyse situations and adopt effective actions
• Takes initiative and offers new ideas
• Valid registration from Indian Association of Physiotherapists and/or Rehabilitation Council of India

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of students with Deafblindness/MD and develop rehabilitation plans
• Share assessment results with special educators for IEP goals
• Ensure day-to-day physiotherapy activities with a timetable
• Modify classroom environment to support participation
• Participate in IEP planning and follow-up progress
• Prepare and support IEPs and case stories
• Maintain documentation of therapy services
• Willing to travel for trainings and centre activities
• Provide therapy at home-based settings when needed
• Coordinate with Centre Manager and teams on content and admin tasks

Skills

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Initiative

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BPT/MPT

IAP/RCI registration

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Online platforms

Job description

There is a broad scope to this post within Sense International India (also known as Sense India). In line with strategic plans and policy guidelines of Sense India, the person will work under Centre Manager in the planning and implementation of agreed objectives. S/he will also participate in and contribute towards the development of a wider institutional strategy. Apart from the above roles, the post holder will have an opportunity to increase their skills and develop the job.

Job Purpose

The Sparsh centre at Kolar is committed to render quality services to children and adults with Deafblindness/Multiple Disabilities (Db/MD). The centre ensures capacity building of various stakeholders for the cause of deafblindness / multiple disabilities. The position requires to render quality services for students with Db/MD.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• i) Working with Students with Deafblindness/Multiple Disabilities (Db/MD): Conducting assessments of children and adults with deafblindness / MD and developing or following a rehabilitation plan according to the respective children and adults with deafblindness / MD with sensory and physical disabilities
• Share assessment results and rehabilitation plan with special educator to ensure integration in the IEP goals.
• Ensuring day-to-day physiotherapy activities of the students by preparing a timetable
• To modify the classroom environment, and help students participate in school/centre activities with appropriate techniques as necessary
• Participate in the discussions, meetings and IEP planning
• Follow up progress of individual students with Db/MD and prepare/support the team/ management in preparing Individualised Educational Programme (IEP) and case stories
• Should be aware of contraindications of using the therapy equipment with students with Db/MD
• Should be willing to provide therapeutic interventions at home-based settings as well
• Should be able to assess the need for appropriate aids and appliances to improve the development and functioning of students with Db/MD.
• ii) Programmes related activities: Cooperate and share ideas for the smooth functioning of the centre Job Description
• Guide special educators and family members on carrying out appropriate therapy services/ appropriate positioning for different activities for students with Db/MD in the centre and at home to enhance learning
• Maintaining appropriate documentation and records of therapy-related services provided to students
• Ensuring appropriate therapy related equipment and assistive devices are in place and ensure appropriate utilization and maintenance of the same
• Willing to travel outstation for trainings as per the needs of the centre and personal skill development.
• Support for organizing meetings, trainings for promoting the concept of Db/MD
• iii) Content Support Other Requirements
• Sign up for Sense India s safeguarding policy, including child and vulnerable adults protection policies
• Should work without any discrimination with students, families and colleagues of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds
• Contribute to publication of articles, news reports, success stories and other material in newspapers, journals and periodicals for creating public awareness
• Draft content matter for in-house publications
• Coordinate with the Centre Manager, team members and other departments on content issues
• Support in the overall administration and smooth functioning of the centre
• Willingness to learn from others and have smooth communication with co-workers and caregivers
• Any other work as agreed with the Centre Manager.

Person specification

Qualification

• Ideally a physiotherapist (BPT/MPT) with 2 years of experience, preferably with experience working with children with disabilities
• Having knowledge of computers ie MS Word, Excel, Power point, Online platforms, etc
• Able to analyse the situations and adopt an effective course of action
• Takes initiative and offers new ideas
• Valid registration from Indian Association of Physiotherapists and/or Rehabilitation Council of India.

Desirable

• Stay up to date with developments in the field by reading relevant journals, going to meetings and attending relevant courses
• To be aware of various assistive devices used by students with Db/MD/disabilities
• Good interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels
• Written and spoken communication skills in Hindi/Marathi and English, knowledge of other language will be added advantage
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Good networking skills, personal commitment to improving ones own knowledge and skills

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