Job Description

Summary:

The SCS Physical Therapist provides specialized consultative services to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) enrolled in the NC Innovations Waiver. The PT delivers person-centered consultation, evaluation, and training designed to promote independence, safety, and improved quality of life. This is a consultative role, not direct hands-on therapy, with a focus on training staff, caregivers, and support teams in implementing strategies within daily routines.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of members’ mobility, positioning, transfers, and adaptive equipment needs
• Develop and update individualized consultative plans aligned with the member’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP)
• Provide training and technical assistance to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Qualified Professionals (QPs), and caregivers on safe and effective implementation of recommendations
• Monitor and review progress, ensuring strategies are integrated consistently across environments (home, day program, community)
• Document all consultative activities in compliance with NC Innovations Waiver, MCO, and agency requirements
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, behavior specialists, case managers, etc.) to coordinate holistic support
• Assist with the evaluation and recommendations for durable medical equipment (DME), adaptive seating, positioning systems, and mobility devices as appropriate
• Participate in treatment team meetings, intake committee reviews, and care planning discussions as needed
• Maintain knowledge of NC Medicaid, Innovations Waiver requirements, and current best practices in IDD and physical therapy

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