Physical Therapist

Description

AGENCY OVERVIEW:

Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.

L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center is a licensed facility and outpatient center that provides medical, social, and therapy services for Russian-speaking older adults and individuals with disabilities. We have been a haven of person-centered care and community support for thousands of emigre clients from San Francisco and San Mateo for over 25 years.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to plan, implement, and manage physical therapy services for participants of the L’chaim ADHC, with opportunities to provide additional care through our Outpatient Physical Therapy Program.  This role ensures participants receive individualized treatment plans, restorative and maintenance therapy, and support for achieving maximum independence and well-being.  The position is part-time, hourly, non-exempt – ideal for someone looking for flexible, meaningful work in a community health setting.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Pay Range: $57 - $65/hour (depending on experience)
• 20 hours per week with flexible scheduling
• Employment Type: This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt role without benefits
• Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history
• Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct initial physical therapy assessments and six-month reassessments; update individualized care plans
• Design and oversee both restorative and maintenance therapy programs in compliance with Title 22 and CBAS regulations
• Provide or supervise therapy interventions, including exercise, gait training, pain relief, and mobility support
• Document assessments, treatments, care plans, progress notes, and reassessments accurately and on time
• Monitor and report significant changes in participant condition; ensure safety and continuity of care
• Train and support staff in implementing maintenance exercise programs and proper safety practices
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nursing, social work, dietitian, activity staff) to promote holistic well-being
• Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, and family members using person-centered approaches
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to review and coordinate participant care
• Contribute to outpatient physical therapy services, developing treatment plans in collaboration with Seniors At Home clinicians and caregivers

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• Active California Physical Therapy license
• Current BLS and First Aid Certification
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with frail or older adults
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and counseling skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.