Physical Therapist (IDA) - Home Of Guiding Hands Corporation

Join us in making a difference at Home of Guiding Hands as we improve the quality of life for children with special needs.&nb...Knowledge, Skills, and Education

A Current Physical Therapy license from the State of California Physical Therapy Board.

Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from an approved program by The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

Minimum one (1) year PT experience. Minimum one (1) year pediatrics experience (birth to 5 years of age).

Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.

Must receive criminal record clearance from DOJ.

Must have valid California Driver’s license, safe driving record, and have been licensed to drive at least 2 years.

Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance.

Must obtain CPR/FA certification if not already certified (we offer training for new hires).

Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Collaborative-minded professional with strong oral and written communication skills.

Ability to form positive, supportive, and professional working relationships.

Detail-oriented with ability to ensure accuracy of program documents and paperwork.

Ability to manage work time efficiently and meet deadlines without close supervision.

Ability to maintain cultural awareness and sensitivity in working with differing attitudes and lifestyles.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The work environment for this position involves working with a variety of people in their homes and in the community. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear, walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift objects weighing up to ten pounds repeatedly during a shift.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

About HGH

Home of Guiding Hands is a non-profit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is "to improve the lives of those we serve". We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, epilepsy, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes, independent living support, respite care, and adult foster home services.  Additionally, we provide early childhood assessments and services, tailored day support, Life Planning workshops, county-wide transportation services, and on-site activities at our resource center.

To see all our available career opportunities please visit: https://www.guidinghands.org/careers/