are Position:Early Intervention Physical Therapist
Department:Early Intervention
Reports to: Early Intervention Director
Shift:Daytime; occasional evenings and weekends
About Pernet
For over 70 years, Pernet Family Health Service has strengthened families and empowered individuals in Worcester and Central Massachusetts. We offer family-centered programs, including Early Intervention, Maternal & Child Nursing, Youth Programs, Parent Support services, the Webster Square Day Care program, and our Emergency Assistance Program. Guided by our mission of “Strengthening Families,” we help families thrive, promote wellness, and foster lasting positive change in the community.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Program Director, provides developmental screening, assessment, direct service, and guidance to families of children birth to three years of age who are at risk for, or experiencing developmental delays; uses skills in an area of physical therapy.
Essential Responsibilities
● Provide home-based services to families across the catchment area.
● Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all areas of infant-toddler development.
● Functions as a multi-disciplinary team member in the screening and developmental assessment of children birth to three years of age who are at risk for or experiencing developmental delays.
● Participate in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups, center visits, and home visits as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
● Utilize a parent coaching model in working with families.
● Provide service coordination to assigned caseload, including coordinating the development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service Plan.
● With parental permission, collaborate with other community agencies to ensure continuity of services for families, including childcare providers, medical providers, social service agencies, and specialty providers serving children with autism or hearing/vision loss to support the child and the family; empower families to advocate for their rights and needs.
Qualifications and Requirements
Physical Therapist: Current licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Health Professions.
- Two (2) years of pediatric experience is preferred.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Google Drive, Word, Excel, and Office 365 including Outlook, OneDrive, Zoom and Teams.
- Ability to use computer-based technology including a computer/laptop and cell phone.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
- Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Certification in infant/child CPR and First Aid.
Transportation
- Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation (with access to a personal vehicle) required for local travel.
Additional
- Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $55.00 per hour
Ability to Relocate:
- Worcester, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
