Physical Therapist

May Institute; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Birthday holiday

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Loan repayment assistance

403B retirement plan

Job summary

May ABA Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in West Springfield, MA, is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to support students and teachers with therapeutic activities. You will conduct assessments, help write goals, train direct service staff, and coordinate with families and educational teams to align PT with IEP objectives.

We offer generous paid time off, health benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a 403B retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved program in physical therapy.
• Valid and current PT license in Massachusetts.
• Commitment to student progress.
• Ability to multi-task and take initiative.
• Enjoys working with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Communicates progress and needs with teachers and staff.
• Consults on PT profiles and objectives within IEPs.
• Provides classroom staff with in-services.
• Instructs teachers to implement daily PT programs.
• Observes classrooms and offers feedback to teachers.
• Advises classroom staff on PT needs for students.
• Delivers direct PT services when needed.
• Performs related PT services as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Student progress focus

Education

Graduate of an approved program in physical therapy

Valid Massachusetts PT license

Job description

Are you prepared to ignite change and transform lives in the field of special education? Leap into an exciting opportunity as a part-time Physical Therapist at May ABA Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in West Springfield . As a Physical Therapist, you will interact with amazing students every day, ensuring the quality of Physical Therapy designed programs by supporting teaching staff in carrying out and incorporating therapeutic activities. In this role, you will drive c ommunication with teachers and appropriate staff on the progress and needs of individual students by w orking in coordination and cooperation with the student, family, LEA, Educational team, Behavioral and Nursing teams. Duties will include conducting assessments, writing goals and objectives, training direct service teachers, and providing ongoing consultation to the teaching staff in their work with the students.

Get Ready to transform: Your Role in Action!

• Communicates with teachers and appropriate staff on the progress and needs of individual students
• Provides teachers consultation regarding physical therapy profiles and appropriate short and long term objectives within the individualized education plans (IEP) when appropriate
• Providing in-services to classroom staff
• Provides teacher with instructions and support necessary for them to carry out daily physical therapy programs with all children (STO’s, Rehabilitative Guidelines)
• Observe classrooms on a regular basis providing brief correction/positive feedback and suggestions to the teachers as needed
• Consulting to classroom staff regarding students' PT needs
• Providing direct service when deemed necessary
• Performing related physical therapy services as assigned
• Preserves the rights of each student and family

Your Skills and Talents: A Winning Combination!

• Graduate of an approved program in physical therapy
• Valid and current license as an PT in Massachusetts
• Demonstrated commitment to student progress
• Ability to multi-task and take initiative of multi-tasking
• Finds enjoyment working with a multi-disciplinary team

aMAYzing Employee Benefits:

• Generous paid time off & your birthday as a holiday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid training and certifications opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance program
• 403B retirement plan with employer match
• Compensation
  We recognize and reward your expertise: $40/H$-$42/HR

Join us and discover a culture that cherishes your well-being and invests in your bright future!