Pediatric Physical Therapist

STEPS for Kids, Inc; Sheridan (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Mentoring and professional development

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work model

Leadership and growth opportunities

Job summary

STEPS for Kids, Inc. is seeking a part-time physical therapist to serve children birth through adolescence in a family-centered, play-based clinic. The role offers 6–30 hours per week with potential to grow to 40 hours as caseload develops, aligned with our multidisciplinary team approach and emphasis on lifelong learning.

Ideal candidates are energetic, compassionate, and playful, with interest in leadership through program development and growth of pediatric PT services.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Illinois as a Physical Therapist in good standing.
• Experience with birth to adolescence and pediatric neurodevelopmental/neurological/orthopedic conditions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication adaptable to varied audiences.
• Compassionate, dedicated to pediatrics and willing to grow professionally.
• Able to work independently and within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric physical therapy interventions for children.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in program growth.
• Develop and document evaluations, care plans, and treatment plans.
• Grow caseload toward a full-time position and support family-centered care.

Skills

Pediatrics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Lifelong learning

Education

State of Illinois Physical Therapist license

Job description

Description

Are you a PT who is passionate about pediatric care? Focused on a family centered and play-based approach? Longing for a supportive multidisciplinary team to collaborate with? Committed to lifelong learning and your own professional growth? Looking for an organization where you belong, not just fit in? If this describes you, STEPS for Kids is looking for you! We currently have an opening for a part-time physical therapist to work 6-30 hours per week. Opportunity to build the caseload to a full-time position (40 hours per week). The person we choose to fill this position will be energetic, compassionate and playful. We are seeking individuals who are motivated to be part of a dynamic team that focuses on intervention, empowerment, and advocacy for children. Our organizational model supports professionals who are committed to lifelong learning, professional growth, and personal development. Opportunity for leadership through program development and growth of our physical therapy services is available. Founded in 2010, STEPS for Kids is a therapist owned and operated pediatric clinic providing developmental services utilizing a strengths-based and family centered approach. Our programs use a coordinated treatment approach that is neurodiversity affirming and trauma-informed, while focusing on play-based interventions, parent education, and building relationships that support lifelong growth for children. STEPS for Kids is committed to creating a workplace built on courage, trust, connection, and growth. Our organizational culture is informed by Brené Brown’s Daring Leadership principles, including vulnerability, empathy, accountability, and courageous communication. We encourage our team members to speak up, ask questions, share ideas, give and receive feedback, and learn from mistakes. We believe that when adults feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow, they are better able to provide exceptional care to the children and families we serve.

Benefits Of This Position Include

• Competitive pay rate
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (FT positions only)
• PTO for all employees
• 401K for all employees
• Professional Liability coverage
• Mentoring and professional development
• Flexible scheduling, Monday through Saturday hours available
• Hybrid work model
• Leadership and growth opportunities

If you are searching for employment that allows you to grow, where you feel rewarded and appreciated every day, and where your co-workers are supportive and caring, you belong at STEPS for Kids.

Requirements

• Ability to work with ages birth through adolescence, with a range of diagnoses including neurodevelopmental, neurological and orthopedic conditions.
• Ability to work with children who have varied levels of cognition and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to all audiences
• Compassion and dedication to working in pediatrics
• Flexible and motivated for problem solving
• Able to work equally well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to professional and personal development
• Competency in evaluations, care planning, documentation and treatment planning for pediatric population
• State of Illinois Physical Therapist license in good standing