School-Based PT Coordinator - Leader & Scheduler

Easterseals Joliet Region; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer hours — Work a reduced schedule

Starting salary - $80,000 ++ /Depends—

BCBS PPO Health Insurance

Delta Dental & BCBS Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement and careeropport

16 paid holidays plus vacation and p

Summer hours — work part-time while

Job summary

Easterseals Joliet Region is seeking an experienced School-Based Physical Therapist Coordinator to lead and support physical therapy services in a school setting. This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about helping children succeed in schools.

You will evaluate students, develop goal-driven plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and oversee scheduling for evaluations, referrals, and screenings, ensuring high-quality care

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Physical Therapist license.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a school-based physical therapy setting.
• Current Child CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations, maintaining accurate documentation and progress notes.
• Develop individualized, goal-driven treatment plans and reassess students according to established timelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize scheduling and maximize therapeutic outcomes.
• Oversee scheduling for evaluations, referrals, and screenings.

Skills

School-based PT experience

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Communication & collaboration

Education

Illinois Physical Therapist license

CPR/First Aid certification for Child

Job description

Easterseals Joliet Region is seeking an experienced School-Based Physical Therapist Coordinator to lead and support physical therapy services in a school setting. This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about helping children succeed in schools.

You will evaluate students, develop goal-driven plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and oversee scheduling for evaluations, referrals, and screenings, ensuring high-quality care