Sr. Physical Therapist

Company: Bancroft
Location: Cherry Hill
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Overview:

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

Bancroft is a leading service-provider for children and adults with autism, other intellectual or developmental disabilities or those in need of neurological rehabilitation.

We provide a full continuum of highly effective services - for people of all ages and every level of abilities - based on best practices and scientifically proven techniques. Our services include special education, vocational training, supported employment, structured day programs, group home and apartment programs both on-campus and in the community, short-term behavioral stabilization services for children, and in-home and outpatient rehabilitation services.

As a nonprofit organization, we are solely committed to supporting people with special needs and their families, to help make it One World. For Everyone. Bancroft is currently seeking a Physical Therapist for our Education Network to join our team in Mt Laurel.

Responsibilities:
How You Can Make a Real Impact:
Provides direct and consultative physical therapy services, including assessments and treatments in accordance with regulations, standards, and guidelines defined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Code of Ethical Practice, N.J. Physical Therapy Practice Act, N.J. Department of Education (DOE), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), the students' Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Individual Education Plan (IEP), the students' approved behavior plan, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), and established Bancroft policies and procedures.
Conducts diagnostic assessments of need for physical therapy services and develops treatment plans for individual students, as needed or as assigned, to provide a comprehensive student profile:
Determines the need for therapeutic intervention, level of intellectual functioning, communication abilities, and achievement performance;
Reviews individual student records, administers standardized testing, performs formal and informal testing, performs classroom, clinical, and vocational observations, conducts specialized screenings, interprets assessment results, and provides recommendations for service delivery
Provides direct and consultative treatment services in physical therapy to students, family members, residential direct care givers, education faculty, and staff members within the educational environment:
Effectively utilizes available information regarding therapy, treatment, and developmental information for each student. Provides assistance in the development of physical therapy and treatment-specific individual educational goals and objectives;
Assists faculty in the design of classroom strategies that enhance learning and create an environment best suited to individual students' profiles and needs. May conduct or assist in instruction within the classroom setting. Provides individual, group, and integrated direct treatment, therapy, and/or special skill development/enhancement to students;
Prompts and/or assists each person in the achievement of goals while actively encouraging the independence and competency of each person within his/her ability limit;
Plans and schedules frequency and duration of sessions in accordance with individual needs and School District mandates;
Provides suggestions regarding the utilization of techniques and/or materials to support and enhance learning abilities. Recommends appropriate adaptive equipment to facilitate optimal functioning within the classroom environment, provides recommendations regarding classroom positioning, identifies barriers in an effort to minimize the impact on a student's access to educational programs, and recommends environmental accommodations to both support classroom functioning and facilitate the carryover of therapeutic goals;
Qualifications:

We're Hiring Compassionate Team Members With These Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program with a minimum entry-level BS degree required.
Current N.J. State Physical Therapist license required, as well as N.J. State School certification required.

What You'll Love About Bancroft:

Meaningful Purpose: We truly make a difference in the lives of others, which inspires us to be better people, and gives us purpose.
Lasting Bonds: We are a close-knit, committed team who feel like a second family
Personal Growth: There are opportunities to learn and build skills, professional development, career advancement, tuition assistance, and loan repayment programs
Outstanding Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings program, generous paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and more
EEO Statement:

Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace. We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One world. For everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators. Bring your authentic self to our team.

Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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