DSHS DDA Physical Therapist Specialist

Physical Therapist Specialist

If the thought of creating meaningful experiences and opportunities for growth through fun activities sounds like your dream job - we want to hear from you! The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Yakima Valley School is looking for a Physical Therapist Specialist who is ready to make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. In this role, you'll create and lead therapeutic and recreational activities that help residents build confidence, develop new skills, and enjoy daily life at Yakima Valley School. This is a hands-on role for someone who's thoughtful, observant, and comfortable supporting others with care, consistency, and respect. If you're creative, dependable, and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.

Work hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Some of what you'll do:

• Coordinate specialty service programs and provide assessment and treatment in areas such as custom wheelchair acquisition, provide in-service programs and community training programs in clinical specialty areas.
• Plan and direct physical therapy for residents who have developmental disabilities.
• Confers with medical and other staff members to coordinate physical therapy programs with related treatment programs and patient treatment.
• Requisitions and distributes therapy materials and equipment.
• Interview incoming clients to explain the value of treatment activities, write progress assessments, and perform screening to determine physical therapy needs.
• Perform resident assessments as required.
• Provide training and consultation to staff and providers around specific resident issues.
• Help train and give direction to the medical staff and Adult Training Specialists as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who should apply:

• Professionals with a current license to practice as a Physical Therapist (or ability to obtain a WA license by hire date)
• 2 years of work experience in the practice of physical therapy after graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Program; and
• Completion of applicable training or education in a specialty PT service or an additional 2 years of general PT education/experience)

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.