Physical Therapist - Special Education

_About Manhattan Behavioral Center_

New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary ABA ® Center for Children with Autism

Our collaborative and transdisciplinary ABA ® framework, consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities.

Our core values guide our day-to-day actions:

A Transdisciplinary ABA ® Approach

At MBC we know that to extract the most potential out of our students everyone must work to achieve the same goal. This is why our Transdisciplinary ABA ® model which centers around ongoing and free-flowing communication between the families, teachers, supervisors, and related service providers is so vital.

Responsibility

We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community.

Enhance

We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.

_Join Our Team_

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic _Physical Therapist_ that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

_Why Choose Us?_

• MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated
• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members
• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
• Strong commitment to growth with 5 professional development days per year
• Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors
• Opportunities for growth across all companies
• Generous benefits that include:
• Paid time off (PTO) in addition to company closures the last week of December and Spring break in April
• Affordable health insurance plans to support employee well-being
• Employer retirement plan
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• MBC supports employee growth. As part of our team, you’ll have access to educational opportunities at Capella University, plus scholarships and offers to help you save on tuition

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!

_Job Details_

Job Type

Full Time Physical Therapist

Job Hours

Monday -Friday 830am-430pm

Job Location

Manhattan, NY

Job Compensation

Salary range of $90,000 to $100,000 per year based on education, experience and certifications

_Your Impact Here at MBC_

• Provide direct therapy on a 1:1 basis to individuals between the ages of 4 – 21 years old with autism and other special needs
• Provide formal and informal physical therapy assessment of each client on caseload.
• Complete daily session notes indicating progress towards clients’ skill acquisition
• Develop and write annual goals and objectives for each client on caseload
• Write semi-annual progress reports describing clients’ acquisition towards established goals
• Participate in the insurance authorization process (e.g., initial and reauthorization evaluations/reports and session notes) if family is seeking reimbursement
• Carry over data collection and behavior management interventions and reinforcement procedures in accordance with each client’s behavior management plan and center policies
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary setting with other providers (e.g., BCBA's, OT's, and SLP's) that are clients’ team members
• Build and maintain a professional and positive relationship with parents/caregivers and outside providers by ensuring frequent communication (e.g., check-ins, recurring updates, etc.)
• Submit all thorough and complete paperwork in a timely manner to the PT supervisor
• Engage and use Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes. This may mean physically intervening after being trained thoroughly, to help deescalate children when they become a danger to themselves or others.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

_Requirements_

• Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Physical Therapy
• Current New York State Physical Therapy License
• Experience working with children on the autism spectrum
• Familiarity with the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test and Peabody Developmental Motor Scales

_Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training._