Physical Therapist II

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This Position is located in Danvers MA.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) would like to announce the availability of a full-time Physical Therapist II position working in the Northeast Region for Northeast Residential Services. This position coordinates physical therapy services within assigned group homes, supervises occupational therapy staff by reviewing and approving their clinical work, meeting in regularly scheduled supervision sessions, and providing formal evaluations of job performance; administers occupational therapy evaluations; develops treatment plans and implements treatment; provides in-service training and programmatic consultation; confers with medical staff personnel and performs related work.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Provides coordination, implementation and supervision of delivery of occupational therapy services to assigned clients by direct and indirect provisions of services in order to meet client's occupational therapy needs as mandated in the ISP process.

• Travels to the assigned homes on a regular basis as needed by adhering to scheduled times as determined by client needs in order to provide hands-on-treatment, supervision of physical therapy staff, consultation with direct care and discipline staff, or to attend necessary meetings.
• Provides administrative and clinical supervision to physical therapy staff as needed
• Develops physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with accepted practices and standards to insure effective treatment
• Administers physical therapy treatment through the use of equipment, physical agents, and therapeutic activities to improve or restore independent functioning in activities of daily living
• Administers tests, measurements, and evaluations by applying standardized or recommended procedures to aid in establishing or revising specifics of clients'' treatment
• Keeps written documentation of client services by following DDS established guidelines to ensure quality care
• Confers with staff through meetings, conferences, and written reports in order to integrate and coordinate occupational therapy with other disciplines
• Provides on-the-job training for staff and orientation through instruction and demonstration to ensure compliance with existing standards and to keep staff informed of new techniques
• Provides consultation to direct care staff, professional disciplines, day program services, and volunteers through conferences and reports to assure carryover of treatment plans
• Maintains an inventory of physical therapy equipment and supplies by obtaining them to assist in the provision of quality client treatment
• Attends all relevant meetings, conferences and clinics to assure effective carryover of treatment plans and utilization of adaptive equipment by facilitating communication between unit, clinic, and day programs
• Participates in continuing education programs by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops and formal higher education to promote professional growth and expertise.
• Follows policy and procedures
• Other job duties as required

Schedule:

Full-Time 40 hours per week

9:00am -5:00pm

Days Off: Sun/Saturday

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth''s website.

• Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division''s Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

• Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: https:cppdmass.gov
• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For technical help with MassCareers, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT

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This Position is located in Danvers MA.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) would like to announce the availability of a full-time Physical Therapist II position working in the Northeast Region for Northeast Residential Services. This position coordinates physical therapy services within assigned group homes, supervises occupational therapy staff by reviewing and approving their clinical work, meeting in regularly scheduled supervision sessions, and providing formal evaluations of job performance; administers occupational therapy evaluations; develops treatment plans and implements treatment; provides in-service training and programmatic consultation; confers with medical staff personnel and performs related work.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Provides coordination, implementation and supervision of delivery of occupational therapy services to assigned clients by direct and indirect provisions of services in order to meet client's occupational therapy needs as mandated in the ISP process.

• Travels to the assigned homes on a regular basis as needed by adhering to scheduled times as determined by client needs in order to provide hands-on-treatment, supervision of physical therapy staff, consultation with direct care and discipline staff, or to attend necessary meetings.
• Provides administrative and clinical supervision to physical therapy staff as needed
• Develops physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with accepted practices and standards to insure effective treatment
• Administers physical therapy treatment through the use of equipment, physical agents, and therapeutic activities to improve or restore independent functioning in activities of daily living
• Administers tests, measurements, and evaluations by applying standardized or recommended procedures to aid in establishing or revising specifics of clients'' treatment
• Keeps written documentation of client services by following DDS established guidelines to ensure quality care
• Confers with staff through meetings, conferences, and written reports in order to integrate and coordinate occupational therapy with other disciplines
• Provides on-the-job training for staff and orientation through instruction and demonstration to ensure compliance with existing standards and to keep staff informed of new techniques
• Provides consultation to direct care staff, professional disciplines, day program services, and volunteers through conferences and reports to assure carryover of treatment plans
• Maintains an inventory of physical therapy equipment and supplies by obtaining them to assist in the provision of quality client treatment
• Attends all relevant meetings, conferences and clinics to assure effective carryover of treatment plans and utilization of adaptive equipment by facilitating communication between unit, clinic, and day programs
• Participates in continuing education programs by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops and formal higher education to promote professional growth and expertise.
• Follows policy and procedures
• Other job duties as required

Schedule:

Full-Time 40 hours per week

9:00am -5:00pm

Days Off: Sun/Saturday

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth''s website.

• Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division''s Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

• Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: https:cppdmass.gov
• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For technical help with MassCareers, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT

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First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a physical therapist.

Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Physical Therapist license issued by the Massachusetts Division of Licensure Board of Allied Health Professionals in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Acts of 1982.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don''t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a physical therapist.

Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Physical Therapist license issued by the Massachusetts Division of Licensure Board of Allied Health Professionals in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Acts of 1982.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don''t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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