NY HELP Yes

Agency People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for

Title Senior Physical Therapist

Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade 18

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $66651 to $84306 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Putnam

Street Address Towne Centre Plaza

1620 Route 22

City Brewster

State NY

Zip Code 10509

Minimum Qualifications Open Competitive:Possession of a license and current registration to practice physical therapy in New York State; and one year of post-licensure experience as a physical therapist.Transfer Opportunity: Candidates must have one year of permanent service as a Senior Physical Therapist or in a title deemed appropriate for transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law within two salary grades of the Grade 18 level;

Duties Description The Senior Physical Therapist works under the general direction of a higher-level, licensed physical therapist or clinician, independently providing a variety of physical therapy treatment services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The Senior Physical Therapist may also provide clinical supervision and training to Physical Therapy Assistants and less experienced Physical Therapists. The Senior Physical Therapist will be assigned to the Article 16 Clinic and IPSIDD and carry a caseload of physical therapy evaluation and treatment cases. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Duties could include but are not limited to the need to:• Implement and execute established patient treatment plans such as guiding and instructing direct care staff and individuals on physical therapy interventions and the use of safe patient handling equipment/assistive devices, including exercises and other therapeutic activities such as teaching patients exercises for mobility, strength, balance, and gait coordination directed at restoring specific body and ambulation functions.• Observe and report upon individuals progress, responses, and behaviors and recommend modifications to clinical treatment plans based on their observations.• Communicate with referring physicians, nurses, service coordinators, and other members of the individual’s treatment team.• Maintain treatment records and documentation in accordance with program standards and requirements.• Train new employees on topics such as Safe Patient Handling, Wheelchair Securement, and other physical therapy topics and responsibilities• Assemble, clean, and maintain physical therapy equipment for individuals’ use.• Coordinate physical therapy activities with other health care providers as deemed necessary.• Monitor physical therapy supply inventories.• Schedule individuals’ appointments and procedures.• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.NOTE: Travel within the five-county catchment area (Dutchess, Putnam, Ulster, Columbia, Greene) will be required in the performance of the duties of the position. This may include use of a state-owned vehicle, as available, or the employee’s own car. An employee who uses his/her own car will be reimbursed at current negotiated rates.

Additional Comments This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.If you are hired under the HELPS Program, you will be first be appointed as a temporary employee. In May 2024, if you are performing successfully in the position, your appointment will be changed from temporary to permanent non-competitive. Once you are in permanent status, your official probationary period will begin and you may take any promotion exam for which you are qualified. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.• The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies. • Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume. • All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. • If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice • Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.NYS offers Incredible Benefits!• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.• Life insurance and Disability insurance.• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.Paid Holidays and Leave • Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. • Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. • Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. • Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. • Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Retirement Program Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. Professional Development and Education and Training NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https://goer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development. Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp.

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Name OPWDD Taconic

Telephone 845-877-6821 ext 3367

Fax 845-877-3851

Email Address opwdd.sm.Taconic.Human.Resources@opwdd.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of Human Resources Taconic DDSO

25 Center Circle

City Wassaic

State NY

Zip Code 12592

Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications and a current resume to the Taconic DDSO Human Resources Office. Please provide your social security number for service certification and transfer eligibility determination process. Also, be sure to include the vacancy number and position title of this announcement on your resume.https://www.linkedin.com/company/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities/posts/?feedView=all#LI-DL2