Physical Therapist

Easterseals Hawaii; Lihue (HI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Easterseals Hawaii is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to support families in early intervention using a Primary Service Provider model. You will perform evaluations, develop IFSPs, and coach families in functional, routine-based outcomes across natural environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, adherence to EI guidelines, and ensuring high-quality, inclusive services within Hawaii.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Hawaii license in Physical Therapy.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• One year of physical therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with children in early intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to DOH-EIS, CARF and ESH guidelines.
• Participates in planning for children birth to age three with delays.
• Evaluates eligibility for EI services with a multidisciplinary team.
• Administers and shares PT, sensory and developmental assessments.
• Develops IFSP outcomes with families and team.
• Coaches families using a Primary Service Provider model.
• Maintains 70% billable productivity with proper documentation.
• Provides care coordination per DOH-EIS guidelines if selected.
• Supervises students/volunteers and participates in meetings.
• Delivers services in natural environments (home, daycare, community).
• Performs duties in transitions and collaborates with team.

Skills

Developmental delays

Coaching families

PSP model

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Hawaii PT license

First Aid & CPR

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

iPhone

Job description

Interested in putting your talents to work reimagining the way the world experiences Early Intervention? Look no further, the Physical Therapist is a key member of our team, who provides support to families in early intervention using a Primary Service Provider model and evidence‑based coaching techniques., ensuring an efficient, thorough, and compassionate experience.

Besides being a people person, hyper‑organized, and wanting to go the extra mile, successful multi‑tasking is also part of the magic for this role, as you will utilize your agility and effectiveness in connecting with our staff and the families we serve.

The ideal candidate will focus on excellence, be highly collaborative, voraciously curious, innovative by nature, and passionate about transforming early intervention experiences. Joining our team also means that you want to be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, demands inclusion, and wants you to be authentically you. JOIN US!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Adheres to all Department of Health- Early Intervention Section (DOH-EIS), CARF and ESH guidelines.

• Participates in the planning and implementation of a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate program for children birth to age three with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays and their families.

• Participates as an evaluator and member of a multidisciplinary team that determines eligibility for Early Intervention (EI) services. Supports the child and family through the evaluation process.

• Administers, interprets, and shares results from physical therapy assessments, sensory assessments, developmental assessment of young children, evaluations and batelle developmental inventory edition II or III evaluations.

• Participates in the development of the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) with the family and other IFSP team members.

• As part of an IFSP team, helps families develop outcomes that are functional, routine based and meet children and family needs and priorities.

• Meets or exceeds Early Intervention Program operating targets of 70% billable productivity, while effectively utilizing concurrent documentation practices during client sessions.

• Provide Care Coordination services in accordance with DOH-EIS guidelines, if selected by the family.

• Pre-plans and debriefs with teammates in order to effectively coach families through routine‑based activities which incorporate communication skills, motor skills (gross/fine), adaptive skills, cognitive skills, and social emotional/personal social skills, utilizing a Primary Service Provider model.

• Provides consultative services to parents and other team members; interprets and applies occupational therapy and early intervention techniques; ensures proper follow through and competence with techniques using a coaching approach.

• Provides ongoing monitoring of the child and family’s needs, concerns, and strengths and assists with linking the child and family to appropriate resources as needed.

• Establishes and maintains cooperative and collaborative relationships with families and community agencies, public and private.

• Maintains participant records in accordance to Federal, State, and ESH requirements.

• Attends, facilitates, and participates in staff and team meetings.

• Provides services within natural environments (e.g., home, day care and community).

• Attends and participates in transition meetings.

• Serves as the supervisor for students and/or volunteers within the program.

• Reports any safety concerns to the Program Manager.

• Participates in training sessions and continuing education.

• Participates in and/or coordinates ESH events (such as program activities, community fairs, fundraising, etc.), as requested.

• Must report in person to assigned office location a minimum of 3 days per week, up to 5 days per week, dependent on program needs as directed by management team.

• Must report in person to assigned office location within 24 hours as directed by EIS.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university program.
• Current State of Hawaii license in Physical Therapy.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• One (1) year minimum experience in providing physical therapy service is highly preferred.
• Experience working with children with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays in the field of early intervention is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Significant knowledge of developmental delays and disabilities, familiarity with ADA and Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) guidelines, and inclusion.

• Effectively interact with families, professionals, and paraprofessionals within a Primary Service Provider model of service delivery, using an approach that involves giving and receiving peer coaching.

• Understanding of and respect for children with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays and their families. Ability to be attentive to input from families regarding their child’s preferences by utilizing a strength‑based approach with culturally competent practices.

• Positive public relations attitude and approach when interacting with those we serve and the general public.

• Organizational ability to work independently and take initiative to complete assignments.

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels using the primary language in the workplace.

• Operating knowledge of a computer, applications and software, standard office equipment and Microsoft (Outlook, Word and Excel). Must be able to use an iPhone or work cell phone if applicable.

• Work calmly with behavioral and health related incidents.

• Alertness to respond to audio and visual cues from participants and their families, other staff members and the environment.

• Handle multiple tasks, adhere to timelines, and process urgent projects while maintaining an attention to detail.

• Respond appropriately and immediately to emergencies as defined by ESH Emergency Procedure Guide/Safety Manual.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting in order to observe, assess and interact with clients.
• Stand or sit for extended periods of time, stand for up to 6-8 hours a day.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials up to and including 50 lbs.
• Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff and others in the workplace continuously.
• Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.
• Occasional driving (to and from office and client homes).
• Effectively utilize computer, iPhone and/or landline.
• Frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Frequent exposure to disability disorders in clients; occasional emergency situation; occasional exposure to trauma; constant client contact and decision‑making; constant concentration required when working with clients.
• Occasional work inside client homes; occasional work in outdoor settings.
• Physically implement behavior management strategies including responding to physically aggressive behavior.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The HR Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
• Travel to multiple work sites and client homes; must have access to a reliable personal vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
• Proof of current vehicle registration and safety check.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations and clear annual TB testing based on company policies.
• Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Must obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Must attend all required training.

Time Type:

Part time

Compensation:

$36.50- $42 Hourly

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Easterseals Hawaii is an equal opportunity employer.