Consultant - Physiotherapy

Background of The Hans Foundation

• Hans Child Development Centre provides multidisciplinary services to children with special
• needs, including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Speech & Language Impairment, Locomotor
• Disabilities, Down Syndrome, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities.
• The Head of Department (HOD) Physiotherapy will lead and oversee the physiotherapy
• services, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based interventions for children with physical,
• neuromotor, and developmental challenges. This role involves supervising the physiotherapy
• team, conducting complex assessments, designing advanced intervention plans, and
• collaborating with other departments to promote functional independence and overall
• development of children. The HOD will also be responsible for professional development of
• the team and ensuring service excellence in alignment with the Centre s vision.
• 2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Lead the Physiotherapy Department, ensuring delivery of quality services in line with
• best practices.
• Conduct screening and assessments of sensory, motor, and neuromotor
• development.
• Design and oversee individualized physiotherapy intervention plans.
• Provide specialized therapy sessions to improve muscle strength, flexibility, posture,
• gait, and mobility.
• Supervise and mentor physiotherapy staff, offering guidance & training on complex
• cases.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team (special educators, occupational
• therapists, speech therapists, psychologists) to ensure integrated and holistic care.
• Participate in case conferences and contribute to individualized education/therapy
• plans.
• Educate and train parents/caregivers on home-based therapy techniques and
• exercises.
• Provide ongoing guidance to families to support therapy continuity at home.

• Educational Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant
• Experience Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications