PHYSICAL THERAPIST - SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM

Physical Therapist – School AGE Program!

*3,000 SIGN ON BONUS*

Full-Time, Salary $80,000 - $90,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact
lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a
strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 3 pm

Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit
provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential,
day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the
Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600
children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a
full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of
behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to
grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our
mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: As a Physical Therapist in our School Age Program, you will be a vital
component of a robust interdisciplinary team that is driven to ensure the most
optimal outcomes for the students that Brightway Living & Learning supports. Our
Physical Therapists are responsible for providing all aspects of Physical
Therapy services to your assigned caseload. This includes providing direct
services, screenings, assessments and evaluations and completing all required
documentation.

What You Bring To Brightway Living & Learning

* Licensed in physical therapy by NYSED with current registration
* Doctorate in physical therapy from accredited university or college
* Experience treating children with I/DD preferred. 

What You'll Do

* Evaluate, assess, or screen clients using appropriate standardized testing
and clinical observational skills
* Provide physical therapy services according to mandated paperwork (i. e.
IEP’s, IFSP, etc.)
* Provide required documentation for services that your program and/or
supervisor have outlined for you. 
* Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable, and
confidential manner. 
* Attend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professionals,
staff and families.
* Maintain and update professional knowledge, skills and abilities through
continuing education, in-service training or higher education. 
* Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic, orthotic and adaptive equipment
devices.
* Consult with equipment technicians, physicians or others related to the
clients needs
* Other duties as assigned

What You Must Be Able To Do

* Modify the area to secure the safety of the children i. e. move/push tables
and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.
* Lift/Move 20 lbs (mats). 
* Run after a student up to 500 feet.
* Kneel, twist and bend.
* Respond to fire alarms.

Why You'll Love This Job

* Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals
and their families.
* Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
* Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
* Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your
work matters.

Here’s How We Support You

* Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
* Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA,
and EAP.
* Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
* Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
* Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living &
Learning.
* And More: Paid time off for school breaks.

If You Are

* Empathic, compassionate, and patient
* Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
* A good communicator and team player
* Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning
Family! Click here [https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg] to watch our video to find out
more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family. 

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual
respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and
employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy,
reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin,
disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital
status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any
other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to
creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and
employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that
with the right support, progress is always possible.