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Kings County

Occupational Therapist

Kings County, Hanford, California, United States, 93230


Salary :

$83,844.80 - $102,315.20 Annually

Location :

Hanford, CA

Job Type:

Part-time permanent

Job Number:

2024-047

Department:

Health - Administration

Opening Date:

08/30/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

JOB OPPORTUNITY

One immediate part-time vacancy in the Health Department's California Children's Services Program (CCS). Future vacancies for this position may be filled from the eligible list to be established. The typical life of this eligible list is six months.

This is a

"continuous recruitment"

which means we will accept applications on a continuous basis. A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThis journey-level classification is responsible for independently performing professional occupational therapy assessment, evaluation, and services for children with physical or neurological disabilities within the assigned unit of the Kings County Public Health Department. Positions at this level exercise judgement and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

DUTY SAMPLE

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.Plans, organizes and administers occupational therapy for children with neurological or physical disabilities.Assists the physician with patient assessment by interviewing and evaluating the patient's physical condition; administers appropriate tests, including muscle, sensory, reflex, developmental, motor, and functional abilities.Reviews clinical records, medical prescriptions and/or physician referrals to develop individual treatment programs based on goals and objectives; observes, evaluates and records patient's treatment, reactions and progress in a clinical record; modifies treatment plan in response to significant changes in patient's condition.Administers active, passive and resistive therapeutic exercises; schedules and administers thermotherapy, electrotherapy, mechanotherapy, and hydrotherapy, as appropriate.Works with families, physicians, school personnel, community organizations, and vendors; instructs patients and caregivers regarding exercises and other activities which are to be continued in the home; instructs patients and caregivers in the use and care of self-help equipment.Attends clinics, trainings/conferences and meetings as directed and authorized.May provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries; attends Individualized Education Program meetings as requested; monitors and assists in preparation of the Interagency Agreement between the local education area and the CCS Program.May act as a liaison between the State CCS Program, the local program, and local education agencies.Maintains records and prepares written reports as required; completes quality improvement audits and provides feedback; maintains program clerical administration, equipment, supplies, and inventory.Observes and complies with all County and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols.Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **Minimum requirements must be met by the closing date**

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEEducation:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in occupational therapy or closely related field.Experience:

One (1) year of experience in providing occupational therapy as a registered Occupational Therapist. (Experience working with children is highly desirable.)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSLicenses:

Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.Possession of valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the American Occupational Therapy Association to be maintained throughout employment.Certifications:

Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate for adult, child, and infant to be maintained throughout employment.

Applicants must attach a copy of their valid registration as and Occupation Therapist with the American Occupational Therapy Association and a copy of their valid CPR certification prior to submitting their application.

For more information on how to add attachments to your application, click

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSQualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in office and clinic settings, treat patients, and use varied medical and office tools and equipment, including a computer; vision to evaluate patients and read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 30 pounds or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and assistance from other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in an office and clinic environment with moderate noise levels and variable temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All Kings County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Emergency Services Chapter 6-8 via adoption of local Ordinance No. 361 § 1, 2-25-75). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

SELECTION PROCESS: **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**

All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.

Salary.

Salary is usually quoted at the beginning and maximum levels of a five-step pay range. Dollar amounts shown are the monthly equivalents of the official bi-weekly rate (26 pay periods per year). An employee will normally begin at the first step, advance to the second step upon successful completion of a probationary period (or six months, whichever comes first) and receive periodic merit increases to the maximum step.ALL NEW EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THEIR PAYCHECK DIRECTLY DEPOSITED TO A BANK ACCOUNT.

Retirement Benefits.

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System, known as CalPERS. Depending on bargaining unit agreements, the County may pay for some of the employee's contribution.

The County contracts with the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) for this benefit in the miscellaneous or safety plans as appropriate.

Effective January 1, 2013, all new members to CalPERS, or existing members with more than a 6 month break in service from a qualifying previous public employer, will be enrolled in one of the following CalPERS retirement plans (with three year average final compensation) based on their classification:Miscellaneous - 2% at 62Safety - 2.7% at 57

If a new employee is currently a member of a qualifying California public retirement plan without a break in service of no more than 6 months (documentation will be required), or ever worked for Kings County previously, they may qualify instead for either of these plans (with single highest year final compensation) in effect prior to January 1, 2013:

Miscellaneous - 2% at 55Safety - 3% at 55

The new formulas will not apply to existing County employees hired prior to 12/31/12 who promote or transfer to a different position, or into a position covered by a different PERS plan (e.g. move from a position covered by the Miscellaneous Plan to one covered by the Safety Plan).

Deferred Compensation.

Participation is voluntary. One plan with several investment options is available. For more information on the eligiblilty of a contribution match, please refer to the applicable MOU.

Holidays.

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and day after, half-day Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; and half-day New Year's Eve. Holiday credit may vary for law enforcement, fire, and other employees required to work on a holiday.

Vacation.

Eligible employees earn from two to four weeks of paid vacation per year, depending on their length of service and bargaining unit agreements. Employees can request vacation time off after the completion of six months of satisfactory continuous service.

Sick Leave.

Sick Leave is accrued for each hour worked. Accrual rates vary depending on date of hire and bargaining unit agreements. The accumulation of sick leave starts from your first day of employment and sick leave may be requested subsequent to the time it is earned.

Health Insurance.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, mental health, and chiropractic care for employees and their eligible dependents is available. The portion of the monthly cost that the employees are responsible for depends on their bargaining unit.

Retiree Health Insurance.

Upon retirement from the County, and depending on bargaining unit agreements, a percentage of accrued sick leave may be converted to be used to pay for retiree health insurance benefits for eligible employee and spouse.

Education Reimbursement Program.

Full-time, permanent employees are eligible to receive up to $500 for units earned toward an associate's degree, or up to $1,500 for units toward a bachelor's or master's degree. Permanent employees who work at least half-time are eligible. Extra help employees are not eligible. Courses must be to increase their knowledge or ability to perform their present job or to prepare for a higher level job with the County.

Flexible Benefits Program.

Optional program allows employees to pay for certain qualified benefits with pre-tax salary (such as child care expenses, unreimbursed medical costs, or health insurance premiums).

THE EMPLOYMENT PROCESSAs a potential applicant for employment, you are about to participate in a series of events collectively called the employment process. Because the goal of the employment process is to obtain qualified candidates to fill County positions, examinations are generally administered to each applicant. These examinations are conducted in a variety of ways, yet they share a common purpose - to test applicants for knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Testing or Test Site Accommodations - Advance Notice.

If you feel you need special testing accommodation for an examination due to a qualifying physical or mental disability, you must contact Human Resources at (559) 852-2510 at least three (3) working days prior to the date of your examination. You may be required to submit valid medical or other documentation of the specific need for accommodation at least one working day before the examination. If you do not provide advanced notice and/or valid documentation, the County may not be able to provide accommodation for a scheduled examination.

The employment process occurs in several stages which are described below:Examination.

Applicants who meet the qualification standards may be further screened. Those who are successful in the screening process are notified by mail to take an examination which may include a written, oral or performance examinations, or a combination thereof. If there is more than one part to an examination, a candidate must be successful on each preceding part to be allowed to compete in the next part. The number of candidates allowed to compete in successive parts of examinations may be limited to a specific number of candidates with the highest scores on the preceding parts of examination.

Eligible Lists.

Eligible lists contain names, in descending order of scores, of applicants who have passed the examination process. As vacancies occur, the names available at that time are submitted (certified) to the employing department. That department interviews and makes a selection. The other names are returned to the list for consideration of future vacancies for that position. Normally, a minimum of five names are submitted for one vacancy.

Medical Evaluation/Examination.

A pre-employment medical evaluation, including a urine drug screen, may be required of all applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment. Applicants in certain job classifications will also be required to complete a medical examination, which may include a psychological examination. The evaluation/examination(s) is administered at the County's expense. Candidates are cautioned not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical evaluation/examination(s) has been completed and passed.

Appointment.

All new employees are required to sign various forms related to County employment, and must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing proper documentation within 72 hours of employment as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Probationary Period.

Employees serve a probationary period ranging from six months to one year prior to being considered "permanent". An employee may be terminated with or without cause during the initial probationary period.

Driver's License.

A valid, appropriate California driver's license may be required for some positions. An employee may be required to use his/her own automobile in the course of employment. If so, there will be compensation at an established mileage reimbursement rate.

Public Employee Oath.

The California State Constitution requires that all public employees, before performing their duties, take and sign an oath or affirmation to support, defend, and bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitutions of the United States and the State of California. California law also requires that all public employees be declared disaster service workers, and as such, may be assigned disaster service activities during natural, man made, or war-caused emergencies.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERSAll Kings County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Emergency Services Chapter 6-8 via adoption of local Ordinance No. 361 § 1, 2-25-75). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

Note:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision or procedure described herein may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

01

The application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed fully. The following supplemental questions are used to help determine qualifications and eligibility to continue in the recruitment process. All education and experience used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on the education and work history portion of your application. Incomplete applications or supplemental questionnaires cannot be revised after submission and may be grounds for rejection. Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" or brief general statements will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications may be rejected. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and will follow the application instructions.

I Accept

02

Do you possess equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in occupational therapy or closely related field?

NOTE: Education must be included on your application.

YesNo

03

Please provide the following information regarding your education: 1) College or University attended. 2) Major or area of study. 3) Degree received. 4) Number and type of units completed (semester or quarter).

Note: The hiring department may require transcripts at the time of the department interview.

Type "N/A" if you do not possess any units from an accredited college or university.

04

How many years of experience do you have as a registered Occupational Therapist?

One year or moreLess than one yearNone

05

Describe your experience as a registered Occupational Therapist. Include any experience working with children, if applicable. Include the name of employer and dates of employment. If no experience, type "N/A".

06

Do you possess a valid registration as an Occupational Therapist with the American Occupational Therapy Association? NOTE: Applicants must attach a copy of their valid registration as an Occupation Therapist with the American Occupational Therapy Association to their online application prior to submitting their application. For information on how to add attachments to your application, click

YesNo

07

Do you possess a valid CPR certification? NOTE: Applicants must attach a copy of their valid CPR certification to their online application prior to submitting their application. For information on how to add attachments to your application, click

YesNo

08

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License (CADL)?

Yes, I possess a valid CADL.No, I do not possess a CADL but I am WILLING AND ABLE to obtain a CADL prior to appointment to this position.No, I do not possess a CADL and I am UNABLE to obtain a CADL prior to appointment to this position.

09

This position requires the ability to qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.

I have read and understand the above requirement.

10

I understand that only a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included all current and at least 15 years previous work history and education. I also understand that my application must show all the relevant education and experience that I possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. Additionally, I understand that the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions.

I Accept

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