PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Nashoba Learning Group
Bedford MA 01730 US
Nashoba Learning Group (NLG) is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience to work in a supportive and dynamic work environment providing consultative, school-based, physical therapy services to students in our school program (ages 3-22). The schedule for this position can be negotiated and this position can be paid as a salaried employee (benefits eligible) or hourly contractor.
*What is Nashoba Learning Group?*
NLG was founded in 2002 to offer a different life trajectory for individuals with autism and their families. Our organization uses evidence-based teaching procedures, delivered by highly trained and supervised teaching staff, and customized for each individual in partnership with their family. Today NLG is able to provide outstanding, individualized education, training, and intervention services for over 170 individuals aged three to adult, who are from over 60 communities across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. NLG strives to enable individuals to achieve their potential and become productive members of society throughout their lives.
*Job Title:* Physical Therapist
*Position Summary*: The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing consultative services to the students in the Nashoba Learning Group School across a full calendar year.
*Responsibilities: *
Staff hired in the Physical Therapist position are responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
o Consulting to a case load of up to 45 students/members
o Conducting monthly consults to teachers/therapist and clinical staff (Board Certified Behavior Analysts) regarding PT Programs.
o Developing IEP objectives in collaboration with the clinical staff on each student’s case
o Conducting annual evaluations
o Conducting PT related trainings, can occur before, during or after program hours
o Reporting to work promptly:
? Bedford School Location: 8:30am and remaining at work until 3:30pm (unless their responsibilities require them to come in earlier or stay later, which will occasionally occur).
? Billerica School Location: 8:15am and remaining at work until 3:15pm (unless their responsibilities require them to come in earlier or stay later, which will occasionally occur).
o Following NLG’s emergency procedures (administering First Aid, CPR or restraints), whenever needed.
o Reporting any clinical issues that arise to that specific student’s Clinical Director and reporting to the Assistant Program Director, Program Administrator or Executive Director for administrative issues.
o Physical Therapists are responsible for attending the following monthly meetings:
? *The PT Meeting*: held monthly (not on a set schedule)
? *The All Staff Meeting*: the first Friday of every month at 8:00am
*Qualifications:*
Staff in the Physical Therapist position need to have:
o A master’s degree in Physical Therapy
o MA license in Physical Therapy
o Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the field
o At least two references that will attest to the Physical Therapists interpersonal skills, energy, work ethic, commitment to providing optimal education to children with autism, a love for children in general, their ability to work on a team, leadership skills, integrity, ability to accept and learn from feedback.
o Training in Strategies for Limiting Violent Episodes (SOLVE), First Aid and CPR. Classes to obtain these qualifications will be provided by NLG. The SOLVE introduction course (16-20 hours) will be provided during orientation and then a 1.5 hour refresher course will be held annually.
o Satisfactory results for new hire and recurring background and CORI checks.
o A driver’s license in good standing.
*Physical Job Capabilities:*
Physical Job Requirements of this job include:
· Physically capable of keeping students safe and in close proximity at all times, particularly during outings
· Safely implement crisis prevention techniques and restraining students 50 pounds up to and in excess of 125 pounds when necessary
Physical Movements Required for Safe Implementation of crisis prevention techniques:
· Quick and abrupt movements of upper and lower body (moving quickly, brisk and vigorous use of hands and arms)
· Rotating upper torso movements
· Arm and hand movements to grasp, range of motion movement with upper body and arms
· Balance
· Lifting and lowering (bending at knees repeatedly)
· Prolonged duration of exertion with both upper and lower body, being in one position for periods of time
*Benefits NLG Provides to Our Valued Employees!*
o Reimbursement for licensure fees and continuing education fees
o 100% Paid Tuition! (for an NLG approved Master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis or Special Education)
o Considerable Time Off Starting with Over 8 Weeks Off! (Including program closures, holidays, and PTO)
o Affordable and Comprehensive Medical Insurance
o 100% paid employer Dental Insurance
o 403B Retirement plan
o Referral Bonus Program
o Disability Insurance
o Flexible Spending Account
o Health Savings Account
o Employer Paid Life Insurance
o Employee Assistance Program
o Professional Development
_*Please note: NLG is unable to offer relocation assistance*_
*Job Type:* Full-Time (35 hours per week)
*Schedule: *Monday to Friday (choose your own schedule)
*Pay: *$75,000+ per year, commensurate with experience/education
*Work Remotely:* No *Work Location: *Billerica, MA & Bedford, MA
*Typical Start Time:* 8:30 AM *Typical End Time: *3:30 PM
*Setting:* Education
_NLG is committed to the philosophy and principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of NLG to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified candidates regardless of any race, age, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, protected genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. NLG expects all employees to support its equal opportunity objective._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
Medical Specialty:
* Pediatrics
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
Education:
* Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification:
* driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person
*What is Nashoba Learning Group?*
NLG was founded in 2002 to offer a different life trajectory for individuals with autism and their families. Our organization uses evidence-based teaching procedures, delivered by highly trained and supervised teaching staff, and customized for each individual in partnership with their family. Today NLG is able to provide outstanding, individualized education, training, and intervention services for over 170 individuals aged three to adult, who are from over 60 communities across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. NLG strives to enable individuals to achieve their potential and become productive members of society throughout their lives.
*Job Title:* Physical Therapist
*Position Summary*: The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing consultative services to the students in the Nashoba Learning Group School across a full calendar year.
*Responsibilities: *
Staff hired in the Physical Therapist position are responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
o Consulting to a case load of up to 45 students/members
o Conducting monthly consults to teachers/therapist and clinical staff (Board Certified Behavior Analysts) regarding PT Programs.
o Developing IEP objectives in collaboration with the clinical staff on each student’s case
o Conducting annual evaluations
o Conducting PT related trainings, can occur before, during or after program hours
o Reporting to work promptly:
? Bedford School Location: 8:30am and remaining at work until 3:30pm (unless their responsibilities require them to come in earlier or stay later, which will occasionally occur).
? Billerica School Location: 8:15am and remaining at work until 3:15pm (unless their responsibilities require them to come in earlier or stay later, which will occasionally occur).
o Following NLG’s emergency procedures (administering First Aid, CPR or restraints), whenever needed.
o Reporting any clinical issues that arise to that specific student’s Clinical Director and reporting to the Assistant Program Director, Program Administrator or Executive Director for administrative issues.
o Physical Therapists are responsible for attending the following monthly meetings:
? *The PT Meeting*: held monthly (not on a set schedule)
? *The All Staff Meeting*: the first Friday of every month at 8:00am
*Qualifications:*
Staff in the Physical Therapist position need to have:
o A master’s degree in Physical Therapy
o MA license in Physical Therapy
o Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the field
o At least two references that will attest to the Physical Therapists interpersonal skills, energy, work ethic, commitment to providing optimal education to children with autism, a love for children in general, their ability to work on a team, leadership skills, integrity, ability to accept and learn from feedback.
o Training in Strategies for Limiting Violent Episodes (SOLVE), First Aid and CPR. Classes to obtain these qualifications will be provided by NLG. The SOLVE introduction course (16-20 hours) will be provided during orientation and then a 1.5 hour refresher course will be held annually.
o Satisfactory results for new hire and recurring background and CORI checks.
o A driver’s license in good standing.
*Physical Job Capabilities:*
Physical Job Requirements of this job include:
· Physically capable of keeping students safe and in close proximity at all times, particularly during outings
· Safely implement crisis prevention techniques and restraining students 50 pounds up to and in excess of 125 pounds when necessary
Physical Movements Required for Safe Implementation of crisis prevention techniques:
· Quick and abrupt movements of upper and lower body (moving quickly, brisk and vigorous use of hands and arms)
· Rotating upper torso movements
· Arm and hand movements to grasp, range of motion movement with upper body and arms
· Balance
· Lifting and lowering (bending at knees repeatedly)
· Prolonged duration of exertion with both upper and lower body, being in one position for periods of time
*Benefits NLG Provides to Our Valued Employees!*
o Reimbursement for licensure fees and continuing education fees
o 100% Paid Tuition! (for an NLG approved Master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis or Special Education)
o Considerable Time Off Starting with Over 8 Weeks Off! (Including program closures, holidays, and PTO)
o Affordable and Comprehensive Medical Insurance
o 100% paid employer Dental Insurance
o 403B Retirement plan
o Referral Bonus Program
o Disability Insurance
o Flexible Spending Account
o Health Savings Account
o Employer Paid Life Insurance
o Employee Assistance Program
o Professional Development
_*Please note: NLG is unable to offer relocation assistance*_
*Job Type:* Full-Time (35 hours per week)
*Schedule: *Monday to Friday (choose your own schedule)
*Pay: *$75,000+ per year, commensurate with experience/education
*Work Remotely:* No *Work Location: *Billerica, MA & Bedford, MA
*Typical Start Time:* 8:30 AM *Typical End Time: *3:30 PM
*Setting:* Education
_NLG is committed to the philosophy and principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of NLG to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified candidates regardless of any race, age, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, protected genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. NLG expects all employees to support its equal opportunity objective._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
Medical Specialty:
* Pediatrics
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
Education:
* Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification:
* driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person