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Matheny Medical and Educational Center

Physical Therapist School

Matheny Medical and Educational Center, Peapack, New Jersey, us, 07977


Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Matheny is a special hospital and school for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Mathenys mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes five licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a

Full Time Physical Therapist for our School.Desired Qualities of a Physical Therapist:RespectProfessionalismIntegrityCompassionIncentives for joining the Matheny team:Paid TrainingStaff Appreciation eventsHealth and Wellness fairsEmployee Recognition AwardsDiversity eventsEmployee Referral BonusesEnriching Lives. Growing AbilitiesDuties of this position include:Maintains a safe and secure school environment for the students.Provides assessment services for students who require the specialized services of a physical therapist.Provides assessment for therapeutic equipment used within the school setting.Provides support services that address specific concerns of educators, administrators, and child study team consultants relative to occupational therapy in the school setting.Provides therapy on an individual and/or group basis to students previously identified through assessment as requiring direct intervention within the educational environment.Provides the physical therapy goals and objectives to be addressed during the school year to the IEP TeamProvides quarterly Progress Reports for each student receiving therapy.Identifies equipment, materials needed or repaired for individual or school facility, following school procedureParticipates in Professional Learning Communities and sustained professional development as part of a school based initiativeProvides present levels of academic achievement and functional performance, and goals, objectives and strategies for initial evaluation and re-assessment, and/or annual reviews.Assumes other responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by the administration.Participates in the development and improvement of opportunities for disabled students by providing individual or group in-service experiences for staff and parents/guardians.Maintains professional competence through in-service education and other professional growth activities.Communicates effectively with Principal and/or designee.Communicates effectively with hospital therapists regarding issues with residential students.Provides communication to parents/guardians regarding therapy sessionsDocuments treatment daily in ParadigmTimely submits Monthly SEMIs following the school procedureFor Full Time employees, Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.PM22

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university required.Licensure/Certifications:NJ Physical Therapy LicenseNJ Department of Education School Physical Therapist Certificate

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME

Full-TimeLocation

NJ, PeapackDOCUMENT UPLOAD

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