Exceptional Childrens Foundation
Location
Arleta, CA | United States
Job description
Title: Physical Therapist
Reports to: Program Manager
Department: Early Start Arleta
Location: 14061 Terra Bella St., Arleta, CA 90232 and in clients homes
FLSA Status: Exempt/B
Program Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm or 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Who We Are: ECF was founded in 1946 by a group of parents and community activists who sought to establish a day training program as an alternative to institutional care for individuals with developmental disabilities. For the last 75 years we have worked to improve the lives of children, youth and adults in the Los Angeles County area by offering a wide range of experiences and opportunities to encourage individuals to discover and develop their unique talents and abilities. The mission of ECF is to provide the highest quality services for children and adults who are challenged with developmental, learning, and emotional barriers empowering them to reach their greatest potential.
POSITION SUMMAY: Under the supervision of the program manager, assist in evaluating and developing an appropriate treatment method for consumers ages birth to three years of age.
Essential Duties: - Provide comprehensive physical therapy case management for all eligible clients. Perform initial client evaluation by utilizing appropriate evaluation techniques/ tests and performing advanced clinical tests as necessary to determine eligibility for Regional Center services. Identify relevant problem areas, abnormal findings and notify appropriate personnel in order to facilitate appropriate intervention. Organize and implement a home exercise program for all clients receiving physical therapy services.
- Gather pertinent information regarding clients condition by performing on-going evaluations and set realistic goals based upon evaluation findings. Identify special needs of child and request consultation regarding diet and nutrition or medical problems. Perform ongoing client evaluation, reassessing clients status and modify treatment plan as appropriate.
- Ensure ongoing documentation is completed within program guidelines and accurately reflects current client status, treatment modalities, techniques, response to treatment, changes in client status, and advanced skill level being utilized in evaluating client progress and response to treatment. Document client treatment and participate in patient conferences.
- Upon completion of treatment plan, implement 1:1 and group treatment sessions, and actively attempt to motivate clients participation in treatment.
- Communicate information about child and the techniques used in handling him to other staff members and to parents on a daily basis and in parent/infant sessions. In staff meetings with other team members plan parental approaches and courses of action to deal with specific parent/child difficulties.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service sessions. Provide input/training to site staff and provide gross motor information as needed. Provide staff training/development as needed. Act as clinical instructor, supervisor for PT Aides and students.
- Function as a member of the trans-disciplinary team. With other team members and parents, develop referral sources for children after three years of age. This may include visits to other programs and schools to assess appropriateness of curriculum for childs developmental level. Assist child and family during the transition period. Evaluate children who have left the program as part of follow-up study if and when required.
- Organize and implement a continuing program of parent education, dealing with special topics of parental concern as they arise, by site.
Other Duties: - Comply with ECFs Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
- Comply with ECF policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
- Observe regular, on-site work hours.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Licenses/Certifications: Bachelor of Science degree from a Physical Therapy program accredited jointly by the American Physical Therapy Association and the American Medical Association.
California License in Physical Therapy. Experience: One year as a Physical Therapist working with children ages birth to three years of age.
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: - Ability to communicate effectively using tact and diplomacy at all times.
- Ability to take the initiative and use sound judgment when making decisions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to react quickly to emergencies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Good organizational skills and a high level of initiative.
- Computer skills required for report writing.
- Basic knowledge of the skills of the other team members.
- Bilingual skills a plus (English/Spanish or English/Armenian)
REQUIEMENTS: - Valid California drivers license, reliable transportation, evidence of car insurance, and insurable driving record.
- Pass a DOJ background investigation.
- Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and every three years thereafter.
- Pass a pre-employment physical.
- Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
- Maintain Physical Therapy license.
BENEFITS AND PERKS: - Competitive salary
- Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation Days and Holidays with full time employment.
- Employer paid contribution to Medical, Dental, Vision plans and Basic Life Insurance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- 403(b) Employer contribution
EEO Statement: Exceptional Childrens Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, and leaves of absence, compensation and training.
DEI Statement: Exceptional Childrens Foundation is on a mission to provide the resources necessary to raise awareness and to support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We are continuing to build a culture that is safe, respectful, fair and inclusive for all of our employees. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward.
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