Salary: $97,850 - $101,692 annually DOE

$2,500 SIGNING BONUS!!

"Supportive. Flexible. Diverse. Passionate." These qualities are what team members love most about HopeSparks. Learn more at here.

Position Summary

HopeSparks culture creates a healthy work environment that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and a supportive and professional atmosphere for all team members. This is an excellent opportunity to be an effective change agent in the healing process of children and families and be a part of a unique team of compassionate individuals.

Our ideal candidate will truly care about helping children and their parents overcome challenges. We seek someone who will provide quality physical therapy for infants and toddlers with special needs, as well as parent coaching and support for their families and caregivers. HopeSparks values evidence-based practice and provides continuing education opportunities to all staff members on an ongoing basis. This position involves home visiting, which requires flexibility and transportation.

HopeSparks believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equity and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities they have to succeed by working to address racism, inequitable treatment, and other barriers to inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work.

Benefits

• Full benefits available to all team members working 30 or more hours per week
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO - accrual of 16 days the first year of employment
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Medical and Prescription Drug / Dental / Vision
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Dependent Care FSA
• HSA
• EAP
• Ongoing Training / Consultation
• Weekly individual and group supervision
• Weekly team meetings to support professional development

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform strengths-based developmental evaluations and functional assessments
• Provide services in families' homes and community settings throughout Pierce County. Caseload takes travel time and non-client care responsibilities into consideration.
• Meet regularly with parents and caregivers using principles of adult learning, trauma-informed care, and knowledge of global child development
• Implement family education and therapeutic interventions using the child's natural environment and regular routines
• Provide high-quality Part C IDEA services (Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers) by supporting the child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
• Coordinate closely with the child's early intervention team, medical providers, and community partners (eg. orthotists, equipment vendors) to provide care
• Stay informed regarding local, state, and federal healthcare rules, regulations, and policies impacting ethical physical therapy practice
• Collaborate with coworkers during weekly team meetings, quarterly all-team meetings, and agency-wide trainings

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently meets minimum requirements for Washington-state physical therapy license or physical therapy licensure compact
• Able to obtain a valid Washington state driver's license, automobile for on-the-job use, and automobile insurance
• Prior experience with Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team
• Interest in engaging in reflective practice
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Able to maintain thorough, accurate, and timely documentation using an electronic health record and secure email
• First Aid, CPR, and BBP certification
• Must pass state and national background check

Job Conditions

All Physical Therapy services are provided in the child and family's natural environment, which is typically in the child's home, community, and/or telehealth. Services may also be provided in an agency clinical setting, as appropriate. Work that is related to, but not in direct contact with clients, is conducted in a HopeSparks office and or other location, as appropriate.

• Ability to observe and assess movement and behavior at mid and close range for evaluation and treatment planning
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel to type for prolonged periods (1-2 hours) daily while completing administrative tasks
• Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for prolonged periods (1-2 hours) daily while working at computer
• Ability to use close vision (8 hours) daily for computer work, cellphone operation, driving and client interactions
• Ability to use distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for (8 hours) daily to be able to drive to and interact with clients.
• Ability to lift items weighing 15-20 pounds (laptop, teaching aids, etc.)
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs to access clients' homes
• Ability to engage with children while safely standing, traversing uneven ground, and sitting on the floor/ground for extended periods of time (4-5 hours) daily
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing working environment
• Ability to multitask on multiple projects at one time
• Ability to relate to multiple audiences (families, children, mental health professionals, etc.)

This position will adhere to all confidentiality guidelines as outlined by HIPAA and the Office of Civil Rights. This highest degree of confidentiality is required at all times.

HopeSparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any persons on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a veteran