Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

JobID: 1340

Position Type:
Classified/Classified


Date Posted:
4/9/2024


Location:
Life Enrichment Education Program


Date Available:
As soon as practical


Closing Date:
04/23/2024

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP)

Location : Clackamas County School Districts

Schedule : 8 hours per day / 5 days per week / 185-day Instructional Calendar

Clackamas ESD strives to infuse equity in all our programs and bodies of work by maintaining an inclusive, barrier-free environment in which everyone participates and fully benefits.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources at to discuss your application.

Find your "why" with Clackamas ESD
At Clackamas Education Service District, our mission is to lead, serve and innovate for learning. Clackamas ESD provides services in early learning, special education, technology and teacher/staff support to Clackamas County school districts. We ensure students and families in all of our communities — big and small — have access to equitable education services. Learn more.

About the program :
Our Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP) provides a comprehensive education for students grades kindergarten through transition with complex disabilities and communication needs. The program focuses on supporting students to develop knowledge and skills that increase decision making, self-advocacy, independence and access to a full life.



About this position :
The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) assists the Physical Therapist to provide direct therapy to students, and consultation to the educational team in the district's classrooms for Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP) students.

Essential functions :

Provides individualized or small group physical therapy to students whose Individualized Education Plans (IEP) contain physical therapy services Assists the Physical Therapist to develop students' individualized goals and treatment within the context of the total instructional program, by planning with the Child Study Team Consults with the Physical Therapist, other education staff, staff from other educational agencies providing services, and parents, regarding student needs, treatment, and progress Collects, records, monitors, and interprets data on students' progress Trains and provides on-going support to education staff, to implement physical therapy programs that may be delegated Manages student behavior by utilizing intervention techniques designed by the teacher and/or classroom instructional team Participates in planning and program development with the LEEP Motor Team, including Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and Adaptive Physical Education Teacher(s) Fabricates and repairs motor equipment for individual students or classroom use Orders equipment necessary to implement therapy in the education setting Records service delivery information necessary for the district to bill third party medical reimbursement Minimum qualifications :

Current Oregon license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant Recent successful experience and training in pediatrics and developmental disabilities Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team Familiarity with the adaptive equipment and technology utilized with students who have significant mental and physical disabilities Ability to develop and utilize complex scheduling and time management techniques in the daily implementation of therapy, in a number of different classroom and school settings Skilled in using tools and equipment necessary to fabricate equipment, or make repairs including band saws, power saws, sanders, and drills Ability to acquire and maintain a valid first aid and CPR card Valid Oregon driver's license Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions Ability to acquire and maintain OIS behavioral intervention certification Salary : Range 19 of the 2023 -24 classified salary schedule. Range 20 for bilingual candidates. New hires are eligible to start at up to Step 4 depending on experience, per Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement. $26.64-$29.02 per hour. CESD Classified Salary Schedule 2023-24 Range Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 19 $26.64
$27.10
$28.04
$29.02
$30.03
$31.11
$32.15
$33.27


20 $27.96
$28.46
$29.42
$30.45
$31.46
$32.60
$33.75
$34.91

Benefits :

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous district-paid contribution (most employees pay $0 out of pocket to maintain health insurance coverage) Retirement through the Oregon Public Retirement System (PERS) includes pension and individual account program Paid time off, including paid holidays, sick leave, and other personal leave Opportunities to grow with us with generous professional development expense reimbursements Read more about our benefits here Retirement plan contributions :
Clackamas ESD employees working 600 or more hours in a calendar year are eligible for the Oregon Public Employee Retirement, or PERS. There are two components to PERS, including the pension, which is primarily funded by CESD and The Individual Account Program, or IAP, which is funded by a six-percent deduction from your paycheck. If you are new to PERS, your PERS deduction will begin automatically after a six-month waiting period.



How to apply :
Submit your application at Applications for this position must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the listed closing date and must include:

Cover Letter Resume Completed application form Recruitment timeline :

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis Clackamas Education Service District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce along with the students and families that we serve.

Clackamas ESD policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law.





Attachment(s): SD402 LEEP Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.pdf JobID: 1340

Position Type:
Classified/Classified


Date Posted:
4/9/2024


Location:
Life Enrichment Education Program


Date Available:
As soon as practical


Closing Date:
04/23/2024

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP)

Location : Clackamas County School Districts

Schedule : 8 hours per day / 5 days per week / 185-day Instructional Calendar

Clackamas ESD strives to infuse equity in all our programs and bodies of work by maintaining an inclusive, barrier-free environment in which everyone participates and fully benefits.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources at to discuss your application.

Find your "why" with Clackamas ESD
At Clackamas Education Service District, our mission is to lead, serve and innovate for learning. Clackamas ESD provides services in early learning, special education, technology and teacher/staff support to Clackamas County school districts. We ensure students and families in all of our communities — big and small — have access to equitable education services. Learn more.

About the program :
Our Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP) provides a comprehensive education for students grades kindergarten through transition with complex disabilities and communication needs. The program focuses on supporting students to develop knowledge and skills that increase decision making, self-advocacy, independence and access to a full life.



About this position :
The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) assists the Physical Therapist to provide direct therapy to students, and consultation to the educational team in the district's classrooms for Life Enrichment Education Program (LEEP) students.

Essential functions :

Provides individualized or small group physical therapy to students whose Individualized Education Plans (IEP) contain physical therapy services Assists the Physical Therapist to develop students' individualized goals and treatment within the context of the total instructional program, by planning with the Child Study Team Consults with the Physical Therapist, other education staff, staff from other educational agencies providing services, and parents, regarding student needs, treatment, and progress Collects, records, monitors, and interprets data on students' progress Trains and provides on-going support to education staff, to implement physical therapy programs that may be delegated Manages student behavior by utilizing intervention techniques designed by the teacher and/or classroom instructional team Participates in planning and program development with the LEEP Motor Team, including Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and Adaptive Physical Education Teacher(s) Fabricates and repairs motor equipment for individual students or classroom use Orders equipment necessary to implement therapy in the education setting Records service delivery information necessary for the district to bill third party medical reimbursement Minimum qualifications :

Current Oregon license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant Recent successful experience and training in pediatrics and developmental disabilities Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team Familiarity with the adaptive equipment and technology utilized with students who have significant mental and physical disabilities Ability to develop and utilize complex scheduling and time management techniques in the daily implementation of therapy, in a number of different classroom and school settings Skilled in using tools and equipment necessary to fabricate equipment, or make repairs including band saws, power saws, sanders, and drills Ability to acquire and maintain a valid first aid and CPR card Valid Oregon driver's license Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions Ability to acquire and maintain OIS behavioral intervention certification Salary : Range 19 of the 2023 -24 classified salary schedule. Range 20 for bilingual candidates. New hires are eligible to start at up to Step 4 depending on experience, per Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement. $26.64-$29.02 per hour. CESD Classified Salary Schedule 2023-24 Range Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 19 $26.64
$27.10
$28.04
$29.02
$30.03
$31.11
$32.15
$33.27


20 $27.96
$28.46
$29.42
$30.45
$31.46
$32.60
$33.75
$34.91

Benefits :

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous district-paid contribution (most employees pay $0 out of pocket to maintain health insurance coverage) Retirement through the Oregon Public Retirement System (PERS) includes pension and individual account program Paid time off, including paid holidays, sick leave, and other personal leave Opportunities to grow with us with generous professional development expense reimbursements Read more about our benefits here Retirement plan contributions :
Clackamas ESD employees working 600 or more hours in a calendar year are eligible for the Oregon Public Employee Retirement, or PERS. There are two components to PERS, including the pension, which is primarily funded by CESD and The Individual Account Program, or IAP, which is funded by a six-percent deduction from your paycheck. If you are new to PERS, your PERS deduction will begin automatically after a six-month waiting period.



How to apply :
Submit your application at Applications for this position must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the listed closing date and must include:

Cover Letter Resume Completed application form Recruitment timeline :

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis Clackamas Education Service District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce along with the students and families that we serve.

Clackamas ESD policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law.





Attachment(s): SD402 LEEP Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.pdf