Physical Therapist

Positive Beginnings Inc. is a special education preschool serving children ages 3–5 at our centers in Flushing and Middle Village, Queens, New York. We provide a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of each child. Through high-quality educational programming and individualized support, we foster developmental growth, encourage learning, and promote each child’s overall well-being. We also partner with families, empowering them with guidance and support throughout their child’s developmental journey. Conveniently located with access to major highways and public transportation, our centers are dedicated to creating a positive, enriching, and welcoming experience for every child and family we serve.

Job Summary:

• The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to children identified by the school district as a child/student with a disability as outlined in Part 200 Regulation/IDEA
• The therapist utilizes principles of growth and development in establishing guidelines for the implementation of the child’s IEP to provide treatment as able.
• The Physical Therapist provides services in conformance with all regulatory bodies governing this population, school policy and procedure and in compliance with the NYS Physical Therapy Practice Act

Qualifications:

• Doctorate's, Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the APTA
• New York State License/Registration

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate children with known or suspected disabilities as pertinent to case assigned
• Participate in planning/meeting with the school district, parents and other members of the CPSE and CSE
• Provide treatment in accordance with the child’s IEP
• Provide all required documentation within required time frames including daily notes, quarterly progress notes and annual reviews
• Provide instruction to families, team members and other support staff consistent with accepted practice standards
• Instruct families in the use of prosthetic, hand splint, adaptive equipment or other assistive devices
• Submit all required attendance documentation to administration within the required time frames
• Maintain effective contact with other team members via weekly scheduled team meetings
• Include the family in planning and treatment of the child
• Obtain NPI #
• Maintain confidentiality of pertinent student information
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Physical Therapist and Principal