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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – School-Based

Westchester County, NYOnsitePart Time$55–$65 /hrPosted 6 days ago

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Required skills

  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • school-based
  • New York State
  • PTA
  • IEP goals
  • CSE meetings

Nice to have

  • Bilingual

Role summary

Family of Kidz is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for school-based placements across Westchester County. This role involves collaborating with DPTs to implement therapeutic interventions, manage caseloads, communicate with supervisors, and maintain accurate records. The position offers flexible scheduling, with 1-5 days available per week, following the school calendar. Compensation ranges from $55-$65 per hour, based on experience and licensure. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children, possesses strong communication and collaboration skills, and has excellent organizational abilities. A New York State PTA License is required.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Details about this opportunity:

Location: School District placements across Westchester County

Status: 1-5 days available

Hours: Monday-Friday, following school calendar. Flexible scheduling!

Compensation: $55-$65/hour

**Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition, the position posted may be either full-time or part-time, depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.**

What we have to offer YOU:

PART TIME BENEFITS:

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Team Building events
  • Incentive Program

    • *Sick and Safe Leave: We care about your well-being. Team members receive paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations to support their health, family, and safety needs.

    Responsibilities: 

  • Collaborate with DPT to design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for all children on your caseload.
  • Ongoing communication with lead supervisors & coordinators, specifically related to case management.
  • Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
  • Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
  • Create and maintain a schedule with assigned individual families/school personnel.
  • Collect data on each IEP goal and reports on progress quarterly. 
  • Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.

    • About You:

    If you have these attributes: 

  • Passionate to work with children and their families
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
  • Self-starter and independent problem solver
  • Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
  • Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
  • A flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
  • Must be a team player
  • Life-long learner who is committed to personal development

    • And this background:

  • Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
  • Current New York State Physical Therapy Assistant License (PTA)
  • Bilingual is a plus

    • Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

    ** Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

    Why Join our Family?

    Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

    Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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.

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