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in Santa Rosa, CA
Occupational Therapist II - Children's Therapy Program - Part-Time
Verified Pay | Up to $58.41 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Santa Rosa, California |
About this job
Join the Medical Therapy Program (MTP) team in the Department of Health Services (DHS).
Starting salary up to $58.41/Hour, and a competitive total compensation package!*
- Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
- Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
- County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
- An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $425 and ongoing education/training opportunities
- County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
- Retirement fully integrated with Social Security
- May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment
About the Position
This position provides skilled and professional occupational therapy services to children from birth to age 21, who have physical impairments that require a thorough evaluation and treatment plan to address functional limitations and who qualify for Medical Therapy Program services.
During a typical workday, the OT will provide direct or telehealth therapy services consisting of fine motor, visual perceptual motor, functional mobility, upper extremity functional training, durable medical equipment and bracing/orthoses evaluation and training, caregiver and client education, strength and range of motion training, and analysis of client's physical function, and consultation with community partners who share in the care of each child.
Duties of the OT include:
- Planning, implementing, and supervising occupational therapy programs for individual and group treatments
- Providing timely and skilled consultation services to caregivers and community partners to promote client's increased independence and physical and emotional well-being
- Teaching self-care activities with emphasis on such areas as communications, feeding, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living
- Evaluating the home setting and appropriate community settings for safety and access- including training client and caregivers in the use of equipment and/or home therapy program
- Establishing and monitoring therapeutic exercise programs including client and caregiver instruction
- Establishing measurable therapy goals and objectives
- Evaluating clients' needs for equipment and/or splinting
- Maintaining medical records and documentation per State guidelines
- Engaging in timely and accurate billing for services rendered
- Remaining current on trends and new developments in the field of occupational therapy
The ideal candidate for this position will possess:
- Two or more years of experience working in an outpatient or acute care setting with children who have complex physical disabilities and chronic health conditions
- The ability to work in a fast-paced work environment that values collaborative problem-solving and treatment planning with other medical professionals
- Flexibility to work in a variety of locations
- Strong knowledge of principles and practices of neurodevelopmental therapies and the World Health Organizations framework for measuring health and disability via the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and experience working with electronic health records and associated workflows
- A cooperative approach when working with different personalities and the ability to shift their focus when unexpected issues arise
- Patience, compassion, and resiliency when faced with difficult situations
The employment list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future part-time and extra-help positions as they occur during the active status of this list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (Weight 100%). Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the to determine the requirements for this position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Positions that are assigned to one or more facilities with a COVID-19 vaccine mandate pursuant to the California Department of Public Health must meet all vaccination requirements. Documented proof of vaccination(s) will be required.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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