School Physical Therapist
Apply NowCompany: State of Wisconsin
Location: Janesville, WI 53546
Description:
Introduction
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. Working at DPI offers you the opportunity to build on our long-standing commitment to public education so that students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities.
At DPI, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our organizational values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor. These values guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. When employees are respected and valued for who they are and staff are held accountable for demonstrating that respect to others, we believe it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.
Our employees enjoy an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We have a team-oriented atmosphere, focus on work-life balance, and offer flexible work schedules for most positions.
The Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired within the Division for Learning Support is seeking applicants for a Physical Therapist position. This position works in a small school setting with great student to staff ratio and considerable collaboration with colleagues. Current staff love meeting students' individual needs to optimize independence and empower students.
Position Summary
This position, under the direction and supervision of the Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Center Director, is responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing Physical Therapy programs and services for special education students and providing physical therapy as outlined in laws and policies. This position participates in students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and Re-evaluation team meetings and identifies Physical Therapy as a needed resource for students. This position promotes motor development and the student's participation in everyday routines and activities that are a part of their educational program. The PT designs and performs therapeutic interventions, including compensation, remediation, and prevention strategies and adaptations, focusing on functional mobility and safe, efficient access and participation in educational, recreational, vocational and community activities and routines in natural learning environments. This position ensures a free and appropriate education for students with disabilities to prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living.
For more information, please view the complete position description .
Salary Information
Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $41.82-$48.00 per hour (approximately $76,547 - $87,859 per year). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire. This position is in pay schedule 11, range 02. A one-year probationary period will be required.
This position offers excellent benefits . The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Job Details
A TB screen will be required prior to start.
This is a full-time, school year position (88% full time equivalency).
This position involves limited in-state travel (1-2 times per year) to attend day or overnight conferences.
The position is headquartered at 1700 West State Street in Janesville, WI. Reimbursement for traveling to or from the employee's headquarters is not provided (e.g., mileage, meals, parking, lodging, etc.).
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume .
A minimally qualified applicant must have licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Well-qualified applicants will also have:
How To Apply
Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or click "Register Now" to create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Helpful Tips:
Your resume should include the following:
Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.
Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.
If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.
The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
Questions? Please contact the recruiter at:
Maria Butters
DPI Human Resources Specialist-Senior
Deadline to Apply
The deadline for this announcement is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. Working at DPI offers you the opportunity to build on our long-standing commitment to public education so that students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities.
At DPI, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our organizational values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor. These values guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. When employees are respected and valued for who they are and staff are held accountable for demonstrating that respect to others, we believe it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.
Our employees enjoy an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We have a team-oriented atmosphere, focus on work-life balance, and offer flexible work schedules for most positions.
The Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired within the Division for Learning Support is seeking applicants for a Physical Therapist position. This position works in a small school setting with great student to staff ratio and considerable collaboration with colleagues. Current staff love meeting students' individual needs to optimize independence and empower students.
Position Summary
This position, under the direction and supervision of the Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Center Director, is responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing Physical Therapy programs and services for special education students and providing physical therapy as outlined in laws and policies. This position participates in students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and Re-evaluation team meetings and identifies Physical Therapy as a needed resource for students. This position promotes motor development and the student's participation in everyday routines and activities that are a part of their educational program. The PT designs and performs therapeutic interventions, including compensation, remediation, and prevention strategies and adaptations, focusing on functional mobility and safe, efficient access and participation in educational, recreational, vocational and community activities and routines in natural learning environments. This position ensures a free and appropriate education for students with disabilities to prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living.
For more information, please view the complete position description .
Salary Information
Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $41.82-$48.00 per hour (approximately $76,547 - $87,859 per year). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire. This position is in pay schedule 11, range 02. A one-year probationary period will be required.
This position offers excellent benefits . The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Job Details
A TB screen will be required prior to start.
This is a full-time, school year position (88% full time equivalency).
This position involves limited in-state travel (1-2 times per year) to attend day or overnight conferences.
The position is headquartered at 1700 West State Street in Janesville, WI. Reimbursement for traveling to or from the employee's headquarters is not provided (e.g., mileage, meals, parking, lodging, etc.).
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume .
A minimally qualified applicant must have licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Well-qualified applicants will also have:
- Licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
- PT experience working with children who are blind and/or have low vision
- PT experience working with children in a school setting
- Experience writing and implementing/reporting on Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
- Experience consulting with and training staff to work with students regarding PT-related needs.
How To Apply
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Your resume should include the following:
- Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying.
- Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used.
- Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the "Qualifications" section of the assessment.
- Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.
Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.
Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.
If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.
The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
Questions? Please contact the recruiter at:
Maria Butters
DPI Human Resources Specialist-Senior
Deadline to Apply
The deadline for this announcement is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.