Extended Year Special Education Physical Therapist

Who We Are 

Located just 75 miles from Washington, D.C. in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Berkeley County is the fastest growing county in the state of West Virginia. Our close proximity to D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia makes Berkeley County an exciting place to live & learn.

Berkeley County Schools boasts a diverse population recognized statewide for great success in academics, the arts and athletics. With 4 high schools, 6 middle, 6 intermediate school, 16 elementary schools and a universal Pre-K program, our 32 schools serve a student population of more than 19,250 strong and growing. Our more than 2,000 employees __ including teachers, principals, office assistants, paraprofessionals, custodians, nutrition services staff, technology staff and administrators __ are committed to limitless learning opportunities and child-centered excellence!

We are looking for individuals passionate in their commitment to maximizing individual student performance. Make the choice to join our team and become a part of a collaborative, responsive culture committed to multiple pathways to grow and shape your career.

*Job Title Physical Therapist
*Job Type Certified - Position - Other 

Employment Term

Sick Leave Bonus

Extended contract days (summer school) will become a part of the number of days worked in a fiscal year and affect allowable days absent. Employees working extended contracts (summer school) who take leave without pay (dock), personal leave (leave without cause),personal illness, bereavement, maternity leave, and labor action (strike) shall constitute days absent toward eligibility in participation in sick leave bonus pay.

Job Type Description Summary

A vacancy exists for at least one (1) with the possibility of up to three (3) depending upon student enrollment/needs for physical therapist to provide related physical therapy services to preschool and school-age special needs students for the Special Education Extended School Year Program at the Orchard View Intermediate School.  Qualifications include a West Virginia license as a Qualified Physical Therapist.

Reports To Director or Asst. Super. of Special Ed.

Salary Schedule
Berkeley County Schools Therapeutic and Diagnostic Services Index based on degree level and years of experience.

Specialized Skills

A degree from an accredited physical therapy program recognized. Current license in good standing with the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy. Experience as a physical therapist in a pediatric setting or school system preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

Communicates, collaborates and cooperates with colleagues, multi-disciplinary team, supervisors, parents and students

Completes thorough and comprehensive physical therapy evaluation through a variety of methods: standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, interview, etc.

Develops intervention plan based on the results of the evaluation, student needs and educational model

Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to review evaluation results, provide recommendations as needed based on team discussions and develop individual education plans

Provides direct physical therapy services to students using evidence based practices and clinical judgement

Provides consultative/support physical therapy services to students, teachers and service personnel

Modifies and adapts the educational environment to enhance a student’s educational performance based on student needs (i.e. adaptive equipment, staff training, environmental modifications, etc.)

Reassesses student’s performance and effects of services provided and makes changes to treatment plan as needed

Documents physical therapy services provided efficiently and accurately.

Assists in the development and implementation of all aspects of the physical therapy program (i.e. prioritizing schedules, managing inventory of equipment and assessments, etc.)

Adheres to federal and state legislation that affect physical therapy practice

Adheres to county/school system policies and regulations

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.