About the Role
The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy treatment to children in the pre-school setting, performs physical therapy assessments, and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and students at the Bronx Early Learning Center.
Responsibilities
- Implements the physical therapy intervention plan directly or in collaboration with others.
- Screens and evaluates children to obtain and interpret data necessary for planning intervention and for treatment planning.
- Performs advanced, specialized evaluations or assessments as indicated by an individual child’s needs.
- Documents services as required by Volunteers of America as well as third party payers.
- Follows to the Physical Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as Volunteers of America policies and procedures.
- Maintains treatment areas, and equipment as required.
- Supervises physical therapy practitioners (PTA’s), physical therapy students and other staff performing supportive services as a part of service provision.
- Participate in professional development activities as mandated by the Volunteers of America and by the requirements for the continuation of physical therapy licensure.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in physical therapy.
- New York State License including the requirements mandated by the Federation of State Boards in Physical Therapy.
- Experience and/or training in pediatrics.
Location
- Bronx, NY 10457
Work Type
- 10 Month Position
- Full-time
Education Level
- Master's degree
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
About the Company
- Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester.
- Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
- Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day.
- If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity
- VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.
