If you are passionate about early childhood development (birth - age 3) and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Help us empower children to reach their full potential.

Want to work for a company that…. 

• Provides individualized mentorship and support for new graduates or therapists new to Early Intervention.
• Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.
• Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard and addressed in a timely fashion. 
• Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.
• Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.
• Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?
• Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.
• Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.
• Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.

Who are we?

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!

When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:

• Position Status: Part-time, less than 20 hours each week
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours flexible to meet referral needs
• Location: We're looking for someone to build a caseload in Dauphin and York-Adams Counties. Must be willing to work in these Counties. 
• Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck!
• Professional development: stipend available towards continuing education. 
• As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven! 

What to Expect as a Physical Therapist:

• Support the development of goals, therapy activities, and ways to track progress, based on the child’s Evaluation Report (ER), Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), and the family’s goals.
• Provide session notes and other required documents for quarterly and yearly reviews.
• Offer guidance and practical strategies to families and caregivers to help their child meet IFSP goals during community-based therapy sessions. Encourage caregivers to actively take part in sessions.
• Help manage physical therapy services by following regulations, supporting financial processes, and working with community partners.

Minimum requirements as a Physical Therapist:

• Bachelor’s degree within a related discipline expected and 2 to 5 years of learning experience
• Or Master’s degree within a related discipline and 0 to 2 years of learning experience
• PA State licensure in Physical Therapy or eligible for licensure
• Eligible for PA Promise Enrollment 
• Not on CMS Exclusion List
• A valid driver’s license and 6 months of previous driving experience
• Access to vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English

Preferred, but not required:

• Knowledge of adaptive seating and positioning for children

If you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org. 

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