VPI, Inc.
Job Summary
This position will provide quality physical therapy services through education and coaching to families and colleagues to maximize the functional independence of children birth to three years within their family’s daily routines and activities. The therapist will be a member of a trans‑disciplinary Early Intervention Team supporting infants and toddlers with developmental delays and their families in the child’s natural environment through the Primary Coach Approach to Teaming.
Essential Functions
Evaluate children referred to the Early Intervention Program using standardized evaluation procedures to determine program eligibility
Share expertise with families and the Early Intervention team on needs related to gross motor skills in the areas of muscle tone, strength, range of motion, endurance, coordination, balance, and functional motor tasks
Provide coaching for family members, other caregivers, and colleagues to promote the child’s development and encourage the child’s participation in home and community activities and settings
Accept coaching from colleagues when appropriate to provide comprehensive support to children and their families
Collaborate with community agencies and professionals to provide timely and seamless services to children and their families
Develop and maintain progress reports and documentation in compliance with agency and state regulations
Ensure that families receive accurate information using understandable language in a timely manner
Assist families in transition to other programs by providing information and guidance when appropriate
Demonstrate practices consistent with the State of Wisconsin DHS 90, APTA and WPTA, based on state and federal legislation and best practice recommendations
Participate in professional development opportunities and maintain professional licensure as required
Attend all required staff meetings, team meetings and department meetings
Participate in reflective supervision, accept feedback in a professional manner and take responsibility for job performance
Comply with privacy laws and requirements under HIPAA regulations
Report suspected abuse/neglect to Child Protective Services and EIP Director and document accordingly
Physical Demands Functions are considered light to moderate according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Work performed includes the ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling), and lift to a maximum of twenty‑five (25) pounds without assistance.
Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment within a sedentary range setting and in the community where environments vary.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree w/ years of experience, master's degree depending on year of graduation, or Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree.
One-year supervised experience working with families of children with special needs and knowledge of Birth to Three (Part C) regulations. Previous experience as PT preferred.
Licensure from the State of Wisconsin
Demonstrated common sense, judgment, and communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider and Consulting
Industries Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices
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Essential Functions
Evaluate children referred to the Early Intervention Program using standardized evaluation procedures to determine program eligibility
Share expertise with families and the Early Intervention team on needs related to gross motor skills in the areas of muscle tone, strength, range of motion, endurance, coordination, balance, and functional motor tasks
Provide coaching for family members, other caregivers, and colleagues to promote the child’s development and encourage the child’s participation in home and community activities and settings
Accept coaching from colleagues when appropriate to provide comprehensive support to children and their families
Collaborate with community agencies and professionals to provide timely and seamless services to children and their families
Develop and maintain progress reports and documentation in compliance with agency and state regulations
Ensure that families receive accurate information using understandable language in a timely manner
Assist families in transition to other programs by providing information and guidance when appropriate
Demonstrate practices consistent with the State of Wisconsin DHS 90, APTA and WPTA, based on state and federal legislation and best practice recommendations
Participate in professional development opportunities and maintain professional licensure as required
Attend all required staff meetings, team meetings and department meetings
Participate in reflective supervision, accept feedback in a professional manner and take responsibility for job performance
Comply with privacy laws and requirements under HIPAA regulations
Report suspected abuse/neglect to Child Protective Services and EIP Director and document accordingly
Physical Demands Functions are considered light to moderate according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Work performed includes the ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling), and lift to a maximum of twenty‑five (25) pounds without assistance.
Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment within a sedentary range setting and in the community where environments vary.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree w/ years of experience, master's degree depending on year of graduation, or Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree.
One-year supervised experience working with families of children with special needs and knowledge of Birth to Three (Part C) regulations. Previous experience as PT preferred.
Licensure from the State of Wisconsin
Demonstrated common sense, judgment, and communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider and Consulting
Industries Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices
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