SUMMARY: The Pernet Family Health Service in Worcester is seeking to
fill a full-time EARLY INTERVENTION PHYSICAL THERAPIST who, under the
direction of the Program Director, will provide home-based services such
as developmental screening, assessment, direct service, and guidance to
families of children birth to 3 years of age who are at risk for, or
experiencing developmental delays; uses skills in an area of
specialization: education, nursing, occupational, physical, or speech
therapy, psychology, or social work. Wage from $28/hour; day shift with
occasional evenings and weekends. Work area includes Worcester, Auburn,
Boylston, Holden, Leicester, Paxton, Shrewsbury, West Boylston. DUTIES:
Provide home-based services to families across the catchment area
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all areas of infant-toddler
development Function as a multi-disciplinary team member in the
screening and developmental assessment of children birth to 3 years of
age who are at risk for or experiencing developmental delays
Participate in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups,
center visits, and home visits as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Utilize a parent coaching model in working with families Provide
service coordination to assigned caseload including coordinating the
development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service
Plan With parental permission, collaborate with other community
agencies to ensure continuity of services for families including
childcare providers, medical providers, social service agencies, and
specialty providers serving children with autism or hearing/vision loss
to support the child and the family; empowers families to advocate for
their rights and needs REQUIREMENTS: Current licensure as a Physical
Therapist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Health
Professions 2 yrs. pediatric experience (preferred) Must have
effective verbal and written communication skills Must have working
knowledge of Google Drive, Word, Excel, and Office 365 including
Outlook, OneDrive, Zoom and Teams Must have ability to use
computer-based technology including a computer/laptop and cell phone
Must have valid Driver License and reliable transportation
Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply Contact: Joel
Wallen, jwallen@pernetfamilyhealth.org
