Job Description

About the Role:

The Lead Physical Therapist position consists of providing direct clinical work for

our children at Positive Development. This position involves integrating the principles of DIR/Floortime provided in supervision and during staff training with your expertise as a Physical Therapist. For this position, you will be expected to keep your Physical Therapy license current and active. For this position, becoming paneled with private insurance and Medi-Cal will be important in future as well.

Job Description:

• On a full-time basis, carry out home or community-based sessions, working on goals specifically tailored to the child and under the supervision of a clinical director
• Coordinate care on cases with other clinicians by writing notes for sessions promptly and/or review video clips when needed to understand a child's progress on a physical therapy goal or assessment.
• Attend IFSPs for Early Birds clients on caseload and assist in writing measurable goals and strategies related to the child's IFSP gross motor goals.
• Administer any tests or assessments related to a child's physical therapy needs, update reports by describing progress on any goals included in the child's IFSP.
• Attend staff supervision or trainings and participate in planning meetings for the child as guided by the Early Birds Director.
• Attend supervision meetings with Early Birds Director and team, to discuss cases and progress including care coordination with other staff.
• Learn current software used by Positive Development and follow any administrative protocols needed for all employees

Minimum Requirements:

• Active Physical Therapist licensed in California
• Experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Ability to provide in-home services

Benefits:

• Amazon One Medical
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Flex Days
• PTO
• Paid Sick Leave
• Continuing Education Stipend Account
• Referral Program