Position Overview Physical Therapists provide services to develop, enhance or restore functional capacity of clients whose abilities to cope with the tasks of daily living are threatened or impaired by physical illness or injury, psychosocial disabilities, aging process or by developmental deficits. Physical Therapists at NAPA Center provide skillful intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with disorders that affect development of motor and behavioral skills within the professional scope of practice. The role will require all therapists to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. It is expected that each therapist will be able to complete all of the below responsibilities with little or no supervision required. This position is anticipated to begin 1/6/2025, with a second position available on 3/19/2025. Key Responsibilities Treatment of motor deficits and functional impairments or difficulties primarily in the pediatric population. Possess general knowledge of child development to assess and refer families to other disciplines when appropriate. Assess a client's physical condition using a variety of standardized tools to determine a plan for treatment. Utilize multiple frames of reference to inform practice including but not limited to: neurodevelopmental, developmental biomechanical, sensory integration, motor learning, cognitive, and rehabilitation. Create tailored treatment plans to address client's limitations, taking into account their age, abilities and other medical/physical factors. Apply a range of physical therapy techniques to address presented conditions (including tailored exercises, passive and active stretching, gait analysis and training). Patient/caregiver training in the use of assistive technology devices, mobility devices, orthotic or prosthetic devices. Prescribe home exercise programs for patient/caregiver to promote carryover and continued progress in the community. Adapt environments and processes to enhance functional performance of clients. Actively participate in professional development including continuing education opportunities provided through the organization, from outside providers, as well as through opportunities offered as part of regular clinical supervision. Maintain impeccable documentation. Ensure that treatment notes are recorded accurately and timely in the electronic health record system, according to the policies of NAPA. Report writing including but not limited to evaluations, progress reports, school district IEP reports, assistive technology. Act as a member of an interdisciplinary team to create a comprehensive developmental approach to client-centered care. Develop rapport with clients to build a relationship of trust and mutual respect. Work closely with administrative staff to manage the schedule and ensure that time is being used productively. Provide input into the development of clinical practices and procedures. Act in accordance with all company, legal and industry policies and ethics. Comply with all professional development requirements for maintenance of registration as a Physical Therapist with the appropriate licensing board. Work in a healthy and safe manner and encourage others to do the same. Personal Role Requirements Minimum qualifications include completion of at least a Bachelor of Applied Science or Physical Therapy degree, from an accredited University. Strong clinical experience - at least 2 years post graduate physical therapy experience preferred, preferably in a pediatric setting with exposure to children with disabilities. Background clearance with DOJ and FBI. Annual TB test clearance. CPR and First Aid certificates. Current registration with the appropriate licensing board. Good physical health and fitness and the ability to lift up to 50lbs, extended periods of standing and/or sitting on the floor. Create a safe, professional, and supportive environment where clients, families and colleagues feel empowered to succeed. Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with clients and other medical professionals. Display a level of professional empathy towards clients and the ability to develop rapport. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and their families. Exercise discipline by completing all documentation, reporting requirements and training in an accurate and timely manner. Team player that can demonstrate the values for working as part of multi-disciplinary team to advance a client's needs. Demonstrates the ability to take on additional responsibilities with time, including assessment and development of treatment plans for more complex cases, supervision of therapy aides/volunteers and additional clinic responsibilities. Ability to travel for periods of time for training/treating may be required. Company Values All NAPA Center employees must demonstrate the company's core values which include: Love -NAPA is a family business built on the love that parents have for their children. Embody NAPA's spirit of love through kind actions, warmth and communication used every day. Share - Strive to collaborate and educate as part of the NAPA team, so that our clients and their families leave NAPA with positivity and hope. Grow - evolve, engage and continue to learn, from our clients, our colleagues and our industry so that we truly offer the best therapy possible. Hope - believe in the potential of every child and commit to helping them succeed, giving families hope when others have failed.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?MAYBxIqqWWZ7L%2ba4PS6%2fNwf" width="0" height="0" />

Physical Therapists provide services to enhance or restore functional capacity in clients, primarily children, with developmental and motor skills disorders. Responsibilities include assessing conditions, creating treatment plans, applying therapy techniques, and patient/caregiver training. Therapists work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, maintain documentation, and engage in professional development. They must possess strong clinical experience, communicate effectively, and adhere to professional standards and ethics.

**Physical Therapist**

**Job Description:**

- Provide services to develop, enhance, or restore functional capacity of clients with physical illness, injury, psychosocial disabilities, aging, or developmental deficits.
- Offer skillful intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with disorders affecting motor and behavioral skills.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Treatment of motor deficits and functional impairments primarily in the pediatric population.
- Possess general knowledge of child development for assessment and referrals.
- Assess a client's physical condition using standardized tools to determine a treatment plan.
- Utilize various frames of reference including neurodevelopmental, biomechanical, sensory integration, motor learning, cognitive, and rehabilitation.
- Create tailored treatment plans considering client's limitations, age, abilities, and medical/physical factors.
- Apply physical therapy techniques such as tailored exercises, stretching, gait analysis, and training.
- Provide patient/caregiver training in assistive technology, mobility, orthotic or prosthetic devices.
- Prescribe home exercise programs for continued progress.
- Adapt environments and processes to enhance client performance.
- Participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Report writing including evaluations, progress reports, and school district IEP reports.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for client-centered care.
- Develop rapport and trust with clients.
- Manage schedules and ensure productive use of time.
- Provide input into clinical practices and procedures.
- Comply with company, legal, and industry policies and ethics.
- Maintain professional development requirements for licensing.
- Promote a healthy and safe work environment.

**Requirements:**

- Bachelor of Applied Science or Physical Therapy degree from an accredited University.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience preferred, especially in a pediatric setting with exposure to children with disabilities.
- Background clearance with DOJ and FBI.
- Annual TB test clearance.
- CPR and First Aid certificates.
- Current registration with the appropriate licensing board.
- Good physical health and fitness, ability to lift up to 50lbs, extended periods of standing and/or sitting on the floor.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and medical professionals.
- Professional empathy and ability to develop rapport while maintaining boundaries.
- Discipline in completing documentation and reporting requirements timely.
- Team player values for multi-disciplinary teamwork.
- Ability to take on additional responsibilities over time, including complex case assessments, therapy aide supervision, and clinic responsibilities.
- Ability to travel for training/treating periods may be required.

**Company Values:**

- **Love:** Embody NAPA's spirit of love through kind actions, warmth, and communication.
- **Share:** Collaborate and educate as part of the team to leave clients and families with positivity and hope.
- **Grow:** Engage and learn from clients, colleagues, and the industry to offer the best therapy possible.
- **Hope:** Believe in the potential of every child and commit to helping them succeed, giving families hope.

Physical Therapist

Position Overview Speech Language Pathologists provide services to develop, enhance, or restore functional communication, speech, language, and/or feeding/swallowing skills of clients whose abilities to communicate effectively and/or to eat safely and efficiently are threatened or impaired by physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and sensory impairments. Speech & Language Pathologists at NAPA Center complete skilled assessments and provide skilled intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with a variety of diagnoses that impact speech production, receptive language, expressive language, social-pragmatic skills, and feeding/swallowing skills within the professional scope of practice. The role requires all therapists to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and provide evidence-based interventions to clients that include complex communication and feeding needs. Requirements Minimum qualifications include completion of at least a Master of Arts or Applied Science in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or equivalent, from an accredited university. Must have and maintain state license with the appropriate licensing board. Must have and maintain ASHA CCC credentials. Strong clinical experience - at least 2 years post graduate experience, preferably in a pediatric setting with exposure to children and/or young adults with complex disabilities. Background clearance by the DOJ and FBI. Annual TB test clearance. CPR and First Aid certificates. Good physical health and fitness, including the ability to frequently perform, on a daily basis, the following movements over a 6-8 hour period without experiencing pain or abnormal fatigue: Lift, push or pull up to and including 50 pounds with hands and wrists as therapeutic handling is manually intensive Independently transfer dependent patients up to 85 pounds Independently offer contact guard assistance for ambulatory patients of up to 125 pounds Maintain extended periods of standing and/or sitting on the floor for up to 7 hours per day Move from floor to standing position back to floor frequently (6-7 hours) throughout the day Create a safe, professional, and supportive environment where clients, families and colleagues feel empowered to succeed. Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with clients and other medical professionals. Display a level of professional empathy towards clients and the ability to develop rapport. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and their families. Exercise discipline by completing all documentation, reporting requirements and training in an accurate and timely manner. Team player that can demonstrate the values for working as part of multi-disciplinary team to advance a client's needs. Demonstrates the ability to take on additional responsibilities with time, including assessment and development of treatment plans for more complex cases, supervision of therapy aides/volunteers and additional clinic responsibilities. Ability to travel for periods of time for training/treating may be required. Responsibilities Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment with documentation of speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and feeding-swallowing disorders primarily in the pediatric population. Possess general knowledge of child development to assess and refer families to other disciplines when appropriate. Assess a client's communication and/or feeding/swallowing skills using a variety of standardized tools and clinical observation/informal analysis to identify primary impairments and determine a plan for treatment. Utilize multiple frames of reference to inform practice including but not limited to: neurodevelopmental, developmental biomechanical, sensory integration, motor learning, cognitive, and rehabilitation. Create tailored treatment plans to address client's limitations, taking into account their age, abilities, and other medical/physical factors. Involvement with patient, family, and caregivers to train, teach, and provide strategies to improve communication in all environments. Assessment, development, application and/or training in the use of aided communication devices. Demonstrate understanding of the use of various AAC systems and access methods, including, but not limited to, eye gaze and switch access. Demonstrate understanding of assessment and treatment of oral-pharyngeal motor skills, feeding/swallowing mechanics, and sensory-based feeding difficulties. Utilization of multi-modal communication strategies (manual signs, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, verbal language, gesture, body language, partner-assisted scanning, etc.). Prescribe home exercise programs for patient/caregivers to promote carryover and generalization of skills obtained during therapy sessions for continued progress in the community. Adapt environments and processes to enhance functional performance of clients in and out of therapy sessions. Actively participate in professional development including continuing education opportunities provided through the organization, from outside providers, as well as through opportunities offered as part of regular clinical supervision Maintain impeccable documentation. Ensure that treatment notes are recorded accurately and timely in the electronic health record system, according to the policies of NAPA Center. Report writing including but not limited to evaluations, progress reports, school district annual IEP reports, assistive technology. Act as a member of an interdisciplinary team to create a comprehensive developmental approach to client-centered care. Develop rapport with clients and families to build a relationship of trust and mutual respect. Work closely with administrative staff to manage the schedule and ensure that time is being used productively. Provide input into the development of clinical practices and procedures. Act in accordance with all company, legal and industry policies and ethics. Comply with all professional development requirements for maintenance of registration as a Speech & Language Pathologist with the appropriate licensing board. Work in a healthy and safe manner and encourage others to do the same Company Values All NAPA Center employees must demonstrate the company's core values which include: Love - NAPA is a family business built on the love that parents have for their children. Embody NAPA's spirit of love through kind actions, warmth and communication used every day. Share - strive to collaborate and educate as part of the NAPA team, so that our clients and their families leave NAPA with positivity and hope. Grow - evolve, engage and continue to learn, from our clients, our colleagues and our industry so that we truly offer the best therapy possible. Hope - believe in the potential of every child and commit to helping them succeed, giving families hope when others have failed.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?jz%2fB0wr2kQCQaDDEiNTbcAg" width="0" height="0" />

Speech Language Pathologists at NAPA Center assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and feeding-swallowing disorders in pediatric clients. They create tailored treatment plans and work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team, employing evidence-based interventions. The role involves developing rapport with clients and families, maintaining impeccable documentation, and actively participating in professional development to offer the best therapy possible.

**Speech Language Pathologist**

**Job Description:**

- Provide services to develop, enhance, or restore functional communication, speech, language, and/or feeding/swallowing skills of clients.
- Complete skilled assessments and provide skilled intervention to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with a variety of diagnoses.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and provide evidence-based interventions to clients with complex communication and feeding needs.

**Requirements:**

- Completion of at least a Master of Arts or Applied Science in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or equivalent.
- Must have and maintain state license with the appropriate licensing board.
- Must have and maintain ASHA CCC credentials.
- Strong clinical experience - at least 2 years post-graduate experience, preferably in a pediatric setting.
- Background clearance by the DOJ and FBI.
- Annual TB test clearance.
- CPR and First Aid certificates.
- Good physical health and fitness, including the ability to perform therapeutic handling and independent patient transfers.
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with clients and other medical professionals.
- Display professional empathy towards clients and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
- Complete all documentation, reporting requirements, and training accurately and timely.
- Act as a team player within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to travel for training/treating may be required.

**Responsibilities:**

- Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment with documentation of speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and feeding-swallowing disorders in the pediatric population.
- Assess and refer families to other disciplines when appropriate.
- Utilize multiple frames of reference to inform practice.
- Create tailored treatment plans considering client’s age, abilities, and other factors.
- Involve patient, family, and caregivers to provide strategies to improve communication in all environments.
- Assessment and training in the use of aided communication devices.
- Demonstrate understanding of various AAC systems and assessment of oral-pharyngeal motor skills.
- Prescribe home exercise programs for continued progress.
- Adapt environments and processes to enhance client performance.
- Actively participate in professional development.
- Maintain impeccable documentation and report writing.
- Act as a member of an interdisciplinary team for client-centered care.
- Develop rapport with clients and families.
- Work closely with administrative staff to manage the schedule.
- Provide input into the development of clinical practices and procedures.
- Act in accordance with all company, legal, and industry policies and ethics.
- Comply with all professional development requirements for registration maintenance.
- Work in a healthy and safe manner.

**Company Values:**

- **Love**: Embody NAPA's spirit of love through kind actions and communication.
- **Share**: Collaborate and educate as part of the NAPA team.
- **Grow**: Evolve, engage, and learn from clients, colleagues, and the industry.
- **Hope**: Believe in the potential of every child and commit to helping them succeed.

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