Home-Based Early Intervention Physical Therapist

Akin (formerly Children's Home Society of Washington + Childhaven); Auburn (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Akin is hiring a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our ESIT team delivering high-quality Early Intervention services for birth to three. You will work in homes and communities, coaching parents and aiding children's motor development for everyday activities.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, develop IFSP goals, and support families through transitions. Hybrid work and ongoing professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with valid Washington State PT licensure.
• Experience working with infants and toddlers ages 0–3.
• Experience working with diverse populations and communities.
• Pass a portable background check through Department of Early Learning.
• Pass a tuberculosis (TB) test or have negative test within 12 months prior to hire.
• Current Pediatric/Adult CPR, first aid, and AED, HIV, and bloodborne pathogens.
• A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three years.

Responsibilities

• Provides culturally relevant, family-guided, routine-based developmental supports using a parent coaching model.
• Evaluates children across developmental domains as part of an interdisciplinary team to determine program eligibility.
• Provides motor therapy services to support functional development and meaningful participation in daily activities.
• Engages and empowers caregivers through coaching, training, and ongoing guidance.
• Understands and provides support related to healthy caregiver-child attachment.
• Participates in the development of Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals for both child and family.
• Supports families with transitions into appropriate school, community, or Akin programs in collaboration with the Family Resource Coordinator.
• Supervises interns as needed.

Skills

Early Intervention

Home visits

Motor development

Family-centered care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Akin is hiring a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our ESIT team delivering high-quality Early Intervention services for birth to three. You will work in homes and communities, coaching parents and aiding children's motor development for everyday activities.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, develop IFSP goals, and support families through transitions. Hybrid work and ongoing professional growth are offered.