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Physical Therapist- Early Intervention

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Devils Lake

Requirements

  • Education and/or years’ experience required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in, Physical Therapy (PT) with an emphasis on early childhood special needs training or practicum.
  • Active licensure in individual discipline or area of study necessary in order to conduct evaluations. A North Dakota approved or recognized certification, licensing, registration or other comparable requirements that apply to the areas in which the individuals are conducting evaluations or assessments and providing early intervention services.
  • Knowledge of typical and atypical child development, and specific disabilities is required.
  • This position must have a valid driver’s ND drivers' license to travel to children’s homes plus reliable transportation.
  • Preferred/Required Skills And Abilities
  • Ability to use time effectively and meet state regulations and timelines. Must be able to adjust each visit based on the circumstances found in the home setting.
  • Able to work effectively with a wide variety of professional disciplines to assure an effective developmental plan and activities.
  • Flexible personal schedule to conduct assessments and meet with families and other parties at their convenience. Able to adjust activity plans to changing family needs and issues.
  • Able to work with a wide variety of social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Maintain confidentiality and use appropriate protocols for the release of information.
  • Professionals from the many disciplines that provide early intervention services may or may not be required to verify additional skills or knowledge for professional licensure in their professions, as these requirements would be governed by professional licensure boards.
  • Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and the physical ability to enter various buildings including homes and to interact with infants and toddlers at their level. Manual dexterity is required to demonstrate and conduct therapeutic activities, use adaptive equipment and enter data into the computer.
  • Prior experience in special education, early childhood development or developmental disabilities is helpful.

Responsibilities

  • - The Early Interventionist provides home-based family-focused early intervention and developmental services to assigned infants and toddlers and their families.
  • - The Early Interventionist is responsible to provide effective and responsive developmental activities to families and their children to improve the developmental status of the child.
  • - The Early Interventionist provides education to the families to improve on their knowledge of their rights as a parent in the development of their child.
  • - The Early Interventionist effectively uses resources, including other disciplines within and outside of the agency, to assure that the families and their children get appropriate and effective services.
  • - The Early Interventionist communicates and interacts appropriately and effectively with child, caregivers, and other family members.
  • - Each Early Interventionist is assigned a case load of children.
  • - The Early Interventionist is responsible to manage this caseload by coordinating the services and process in compliance with Federal Guidelines and North Dakota requirements (i.e. HIPPA, abuse and neglect regulations) and timelines.
  • - Assure that effective activities are developed and provided to the families, and appropriate adjustments are made as needed.

FAQs

What is the sign-on bonus for this position?

The position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

What is the location of the job?

The job is located in Devils Lake, ND.

What are the typical work hours for this position?

The job schedule can be part-time or full-time, with weekly hours ranging from 24 to 40.

What qualifications are required for the Early Interventionist position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy with an emphasis on early childhood special needs training, active licensure in the discipline, and knowledge of child development and disabilities are required.

Is prior experience in special education or developmental disabilities preferred?

Yes, prior experience in special education, early childhood development, or developmental disabilities is helpful.

Do I need a valid driver's license for this role?

Yes, a valid North Dakota driver’s license and reliable transportation are required to travel to children’s homes.

Are there benefits provided with this job?

Yes, Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life & disability, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and more.

What is the target population for the Early Interventionist?

The Early Interventionist provides services to assigned infants and toddlers and their families.

How does the Early Interventionist manage their caseload?

The Early Interventionist is responsible for managing their caseload by coordinating services in compliance with federal guidelines and North Dakota requirements.

Are there opportunities for professional development and advancement?

Yes, there are great advancement opportunities as part of the benefits package.

Providing individuals with developmental disabilities or delays with services and supports for 80 years.

Government
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1941
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Anne Carlsen Center is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, We has positioned ourselves on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve. When our doors opened in 1941, we served drastically different individuals than we do today. Our current clients have far more complex physical, behavioral and learning needs and the geographical region where we offer programming has grown from a regional hub to a statewide presence. We help nurture the abilities of more than 2,600 individuals with thirteen office locations offering life-changing services in every county in North Dakota.