ESD - Physical Therapist; SY

Capital Region ESD 113 is committed to closing gaps, growing people, influencing change, and eradicating racism through our service to our region and state. BIPOC as well as culturally and linguistically diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Employees are provided access to the Employee Assistance Program, which provides resources for employee well being and mental health.

We provide the highest quality special education services to rural districts within the ESD 113 region in beautiful Western Washington (Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific & Thurston Counties).

https://esd
113spedcoop.org/jobs/

Why Work With Us?

• Full-time, four day work week
• 8.75 hours/day
• 148 days/year
• State benefits
• Competitive salary
• Travel reimbursement
• Exceptional support

Benefits:

Position is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance, FSA/DCAP, Life/AD&D Insurance, LTD Insurance, Retirement, DCP, EAP, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

Required Attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 3 Certificated Reference Forms and/or Letters
• Valid Washington State Certificate
• Transcripts

Please see the job description below for additional Minimum Job Qualifications and a list of Essential Functions

Physical Therapist Job Description

The job of Physical Therapist is done for the purpose/s of assessing students' functional physical development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Physical Therapy Assistants.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics:
Per the essential functions and educational requirements listed below.

This job reports to Senior Director - Special Education Cooperative or Designee

• Administers physical therapy procedures and modalities at a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring achievement of program objectives.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines and regulations.
• Develops processes (e.g. treatment plans, interventions, instruction, evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of providing effective programs for remediating students' motor skill deficits, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and supporting life skills acquisition.
• Directs the work of assigned PTAs for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring achievement of program objectives.
• Facilitates meetings for the purpose of presenting evaluation results and expected outcomes, identifying barriers, and ensuring achievement of state mandates.
• Integrates specialized education plan with the K-12 learning environment (e.g. specialized assistance for students, parents and guardian training, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in achieving learning goals set forth in the Individual Education Plans (IEP) while complying with required guidelines and regulations.
• Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and ensuring that treatment and intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and compliance.
• Manages special materials, equipment, and learning environment essentials for specialized programs for the purpose of providing materials and equipment conducive for student achievement and ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment while complying with District, State, and Federal guidelines and regulations.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.
• Performs site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
• Pursues professional development opportunities for the purpose of ensuring professional growth.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, teachers, staff, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and referral.

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

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