Job Information
Greater Southern Tier BOCES PHYSICAL THERAPIST in Elmira, New York
THIS IS A COMPETITIVE POSTION PENDING THE CIVIL SERVICE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAM
LOCATION: GST BOCES REGION
Full-time (1.0 FTE), hours per day dependent upon location, 10-month school calendar position
Evaluates the degree of function and disability and completes and submits appropriate documentation to CSE, Administrative staff or principal
Drafts appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting
Evaluates and re-evaluates short-term objectives on a quarterly basis throughout the school year
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
Performs Physical Therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician in accordance with state law
Participates with other personnel in the formation of student's Individual Educational Program (IEP)
Instructs and participates in faculty in-service educational program
Utilizes adaptive equipment, materials and seating in order to permit the student to function more independently in the school environment
Carries out treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome
Instructs parents and school personnel with regard to follow-up of therapy goals
Supervises therapist assistant and documents in accordance with state law
Identifies assistive technologies that will enhance student's functional performance and provides required documentation for funding
Develops and refines gross motor skills to improve functional activities
Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment
Carries out all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Valid NYS Registration/License as a Physical Therapist
- Experience with students with special needs preferred
Application Deadline:06/30/2024
Civil Service Title: PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Job Number: 82 SPE24