Occupational Therapist II

CAREER DESCRIPTION

Occupational Therapist II

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (P.S.T.) on the day the County's needs are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION : Occupational Therapist II's who are Board Certified in Pediatric Specialist shall receive, in addition to his or her salary, the equivalent of three hundred fourteen dollars ($314) monthly (approximately one hundred forty-five dollars ($145) bi-weekly).

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list and will be used to fill current and future Occupational Therapist II positions within the Health Care Agency. This eligible list may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

HEALTH CARE AGENCY
The County of Orange , Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Strategy and Special Projects, Behavioral Health Services , Correctional Health Services, Medical Health Services and Public Health Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The California Children's Services (CCS) , Medical Therapy Program (MTP) is seeking experienced Occupational Therapists to provide medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings.

Responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to:

• Administers therapeutic evaluation and complete written reports electronically
• Provides treatment for children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions
• Works closely with the children and their families to promote maximum function and development
• Performs treatment in a center based program
• Attends IEP's (Individualized Education Program)
• Conducts consultation in the home and school settings
• Completes daily documentation regarding treatment sessions
• Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that children and their families are provided with appropriate Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the child's function

Occupational Therapist II works a 4/10 schedule with four 10-hour workdays and one weekday off. The weekday that is off is determined by the Medical Therapy Unit and program’s needs. Work schedule may change to meet CCS department needs.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will possess one (1) or more years of full-time pediatric experience as an Occupational Therapist in a program for physically disabled children. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following:

Professional & Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of the principles and methods of occupational therapy and skill in administering occupational therapy
• Keep up to date with current research and clinical treatment approaches in the diagnosis served by the CCS Medical Therapy Program
• Knowledge of skeletal anatomy, kinesiology, neurology, range of motion, muscle testing procedures, and basic pathology involved in neuromuscular and/or orthopedic handicaps
• Knowledge of scope of occupational therapy practice and current treatment models/frames of reference for treatment of children with physical disabilities
• Understanding of the psychological impacts of chronic disability on the child throughout various stages of development and the social and psychological imparts on the family
• Knowledge of construction and or/use of adaptive equipment and splints/orthoses
• Use appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional and safety needs of the child
• Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security rules and regulations
• Effectively design and implement an occupational therapy program that best meets the needs of the child and their family within the context of the environment and community the child functions within
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Interpersonal Savvy l Handling Stress

• Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with staff, colleagues, physicians, outside agencies, county personnel, and the general public

Communication l Self-Management

• Participating in assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team
• Keeping accurate records for assigned caseload
• Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload
• Demonstrating excellent written and verbal communications skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn about the minimum qualifications for the Occupational Therapist II position, including physical and environmental conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Online Assessment | Written Exam (Weighted 100%):
Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here (Download PDF reader) to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Email Notification
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact John Duckson at (714) 834-3119 or jduckson@ochca.com .

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages

applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information

Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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