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TinyK - Infant Toddler

Early Interventionist Physical Therapist

JobID: 272

Position Type:
  TinyK - Infant Toddler/Early Interventionist Physical Therapist


Date Posted:
  6/4/2024


Location:
  TinyK Infant Toddler


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


  Keystone Learning Services is seeking applications for an Early Interventionist-Physical Therapist at Infant Toddler Services of Northeast Kansas.
 
Anticipated start date: August 1, 2024.  

Job Summary: The Early Interventionist will serve on a transdisciplinary team for families enrolled in the Infant Toddler Program. Early Interventionist will provide comprehensive and integrated support as outlined in the Part C Program Manual for Infants and Toddlers in Kansas.
 
Qualifications:
Required:
1. Minimum of Kansas licensure or certification within discipline.
2. Valid Kansas driver’s license.
 
Preferred:
1. Experience in a special education setting and working with infants and toddlers.
 
Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:
1. Screen and/or evaluate the developmental skills of children referred to the Infant Toddler program. Evaluations will be completed following all Part C requirements.
2. Provide direct services and consultation services to families in the program. All services will be provided in the child's home or other natural setting.
3. Collaborate with other team members in gathering and sharing evaluation information and in planning for the service needs of families enrolled in the program. First priority will be given to goals set by the families.
4. Develop and implement an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child in the program. The plan will be the guidance provided by Kansas Infant Toddler services up to transition to Part B.
5. Assist families with family related needs such as making appointments, educational opportunities, finding appropriate housing, assisting with employment opportunities and occasionally accompanying families to medical services.
6. Assist in recruiting families to the program through collaboration with community partners.
7. Provide services following the Mission and Key Principles outlined by Infant Toddler Services of Kansas.
8. Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of current research based practices in the field of early intervention.
 
General Responsibilities:
1. Maintain timely documentation.
2. Support the mission, goals and objectives of the KLS and NEKITS.
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
5. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
6. Maintain professional relationships with families.
7. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices
8. Demonstrate proficiency in ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the KLS, NEKITS and constituents.
9. Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
10. Follow all safety requirements as directed by the KLS / NEKITS.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee
 
Physical Requirements:
1. Manages all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
2. May be expected to lift up to 40 pounds.
3. Must be able to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
4. Must be able to drive to and from home visits and access homes of each family in various indoor and outdoor conditions.
5. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
6. May be exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security.
 
Benefit package:  Supporting employees and their families is important to KLS. We provide access to Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 30 hours or more a week. Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts. Additionally, KLS participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides  403b plan options. All employees and their families can also benefit from the personal services available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
Employees are provided with 30 PTO days, which are pro-rated according to the contracted hours.  

 
Equal Opportunity Employer




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