VENTURA COUNTY, HEALTH CARE AGENCY INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR: Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Psychiatric Unit 2007HCA-17AA (MI) An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY RANGE (approximate) $29.30 - $49.96 Hour $5,078.67 - $8,659.73 Monthly $60,944.00 - $103,916.80 Annually POSITION INFORMATION This is a multilevel announcement for Rehabilitation Therapists-Per Diem Pool (PDP) III and IV, Occupational Therapist, and Senior Occupational Therapist for the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU). Depending on the level, under the close and/or general supervision or direction and guidance of the supervising therapist, plans, organizes, and implements rehabilitation programs in treatment and/or community services. The Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III & IV are limited benefited employees who provide rehabilitation services. Distinguishing Characteristics: The Per Diem Pool classifications are distinguished from Regular classifications in that additional compensation is provided in lieu of full benefits. Per Diem Pool assignments are scheduled flexibly or on an as-needed basis; therefore, incumbents are not guaranteed any specific number of work hours per biweekly pay period and may be called off if there is insufficient work to be performed during any assigned shift. Persons hired into these classes will be hired in accordance with the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and educational/ licensure requirements of each classification. PAYROLL TITLE: Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III, Rehabilitation Therapists-PDP IV, Occupational Therapist, and Sr. Occupational Therapist APPROXIMATE SALARIES Rehabilitation Therapist III-PDP: $45.24 per hour Rehabilitation Therapist IV-PDP: $49.96 per hour Occupational Therapist: $29.30 - $40.94 per hour Sr. Occupational Therapist: $31.95 - $47.06 hour EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's or Master's degree that is not required for the classification.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Some positions may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending on the applicable memorandum of agreement and the needs of the department. In order to qualify for this incentive, incumbents in eligible positions must take and pass the applicable bilingual fluency exam with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher. DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: Health Care Agency Rehabilitation Therapists III & IV, Occupational Therapist, and Sr. Occupational Therapist are represented by the Services Employee International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation. NOTE: These classifications are within a bargaining unit that is subject to an agency shop arrangement which mandates a Regular employee to either join Local 721 of SEIU and pay dues as a member OR either pay a service fee to Local 721 or direct that an amount equivalent to the service fee be distributed to a qualified charitable organization. NOTE: Per Diem Pool employees shall be required to pay union representational service fees at the rate of 1/80th of the normal union fees for each hour compensated in a pay period, not to exceed eighty (80) hours. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies for this position only, which is one (1) Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP IV position. NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further exam upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: August 4, 2017 CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs. Examples Of Duties: Duties performed are in accordance with the California licensure or certification standards and may include but are not limited to the following (depending upon the classification level): Performs evaluation and ongoing assessment of patients to determine functional status and deficits; Plans, develops, and utilizes procedures to meet the needs of patients; Confers with the physician, patient, and family and sets functional goals for therapy;
Performs tests and measures within the scope of hired profession; Initiates and maintains records of patients' status and progress; Recommends necessary equipment and supplies needed to enhance patient treatment and care; Provides patient and family education to assist in achievement of functional goals; Coordinates physical and occupational therapy programs with other agencies; Utilizes therapeutic techniques in working toward these goals with groups or individuals; Assists in education and advocacy activities; Provides occupational therapy services in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code, Occupational Therapy Practice Act, and consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy; Sets functional goals for therapy in coordination with the prescribing physician, patient, family, and/or caregiver; and Participates with in-service training; In addition to the duties listed above, Occupational Therapist and Senior Occupational Therapist duties may include but are not limited to the following: Assists in planning to meeting department needs and organizational performance improvement goals; Under supervision, develops and implements department programs; and Performs other assigned duties as required. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE A broad background consisting of training and/or experience which would provide the knowledge and abilities to perform Occupational Therapy. Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of physical therapy OR proof of equivalency. Necessary Special Requirements for Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III: Possession of a current valid Physical Therapist license issued by the State of California OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist License within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Physical Therapist License is a condition of continued employment.
Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy OR proof of equivalency. Necessary Special Requirements For Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP III Possession of a current, valid certificate from the NBCOT OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a certificate from the NBCOT within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current, valid California Occupational Therapy License is a condition of continued employment. Rehabilitation Therapist - PDP IV: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of physical therapy or proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of physical therapy experience OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as a physical therapist. Necessary Special Requirements for Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP IV: Possession of a current valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the State of California OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist license within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Physical Therapy License is a condition of continued employment. Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP IV: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy OR proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department OR an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as an occupational therapist. Necessary Special Requirements For Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP IV: Possession of a current valid California Occupational Therapist License OR certification from the NBCOT OR be eligible to apply for and obtain a certificate within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Occupational Therapist License is a condition of continued employment. Occupational Therapist: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy OR proof of equivalency. Necessary Special Requirements For Occupational Therapist:
Must obtain a certificate from the NBCOT within the probationary period. Must possess a current valid California Occupational Therapist license at time of hire and maintain it as a condition of continued employment. Senior Occupational Therapist: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy OR proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as an occupational therapist. Necessary Special Requirements For Senior Occupational Therapist: Possession of a current valid California Occupational Therapist license is required at time of application and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LEVELS: Must be willing and able to work in the Ventura County Medical Center Inpatient Psychiatric Unit Possession of a valid driver license issued by the State of California and proof of auto insurance may be required Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate by date of hire. Once obtained, it is a condition of continued employment Must be willing and able to perform, coordinate, and supervise therapeutic activities for a diverse spectrum of individuals and groups Must be willing and able to complete and maintain certification for Management of Assaultive Behavior Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Desired: Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, flexible shifts, and on call Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of: theory and practice of rehabilitation; national accreditation and regulatory compliance of professional practices and standards; therapeutic principles and techniques of group and individual activities used in physical, occupational, recreational therapy; and skill in their application; human occupation and physical requirements necessary for functional activities; Activity of Daily Living (ADL) skills and therapeutic treatments; occupation therapy evaluations, procedures and treatment programs for physically disabled patients; adaptive equipment; the use and maintenance of equipment, especially involved in ADLs; and departmental processes and procedures.
Working ability to: provide leadership in various types of rehabilitation therapy activities; interpret rehabilitation therapy activities to hospital and day treatment facility personnel, relatives, patients, and others; teach other basic activity skills; analyze situations accurately and take an effective course of action; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and coworkers; work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team; plan and clinically supervise the work of others; and make appropriate referrals. RECRUITMENT PROCESS FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form for a Health Care Agency recruitment, you may contact either of our offices, which are listed below, to obtain and submit application materials: 800 South Victoria Avenue; L-1970; Ventura, CA 93009; (805) 654-5129 (County Government Center) 2323 Knoll Drive, 3rd Floor; Ventura, CA 93003; (805) 677-5184 (Health Care Agency building) te to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process. COMPARATIVE SCREENING - qualifying: If there is a high number of qualified applicants, a comparative screening will be conducted to determine which of the applicants will be selected for invitation to the oral exam. Applications will be evaluated and ranked according to criteria that most closely meets the needs of the department, so it is essential that applicants provide as much
detail as possible and answer all parts of the application and supplemental questionnaire ("and supplemental questionnaire" only if there is one). Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record is required for this position. For further information about this recruitment, please contact Mitzi Ivey by e-mail at mitzi.ivey@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5335.
Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Psychiatric Unit Supplemental Questionnaire Please respond to the following questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your experience and background related to this position, and will be used in the selection process. Please be as concise and specific as possible; clarity of expression and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. 1. Are you willing and able to work in the Ventura County Inpatient Psychiatric Unit? 2. Can you provide proof of a current, valid driver license issued by the State of California at the time of hire? 3. Are you willing and able to complete and maintain certification for Management of Assaultive Behavior as a condition of employment? 4. Can you provide proof of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate by date of hire, and obtain it is a condition of continued employment? 5. Are you able to perform, coordinate, and supervise therapeutic activities for a diverse spectrum of individuals and groups? 6. Are you willing and able to physically lift and carry up to 50 pounds? 7. Do you possess a current, valid certificate issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)? NOTE: If you answer, "" to this question please ensure your NBCOT Certification Number is included in the Certification and Licenses section of this application. 8. If you do NOT have a current, valid certificate issued by the NBCOT, are you eligible to apply for and obtain one within the twelve (12) months probationary period?
9. Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy or proof of equivalency? NOTE: If you have your Bachelor's degree please ensure this information including the name and location of the school are included in the Education section of this application. NOTE: If you have an equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, please attach your proof and justification to this application. Equivalent 10. Describe your Full Time experience as a Physical or Occupational Therapist. Full Time is considered 40 hours per week. Please include the following in your response: Name of employer(s) Dates of employment reflected as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY or Present Number of hours worked per week Position title Specific physical and or occupational therapy duties you performed NOTE: Do not copy your response from another question. Do not refer to an attached document. If you do not have this experience state, " experience." 11. Have you successfully completed an internship program with the County of Ventura Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU)? NOTE: If you successfully completed an internship with the Ventura County IPU, please attach a copy of your certification to this application. 12. Do you possess a current, valid California Occupational Therapist License? NOTE: If you have this license please ensure it is listed in the Certification and Licenses section in the application. 13. Do you possess a physical therapy license issued by the State of California?
NOTE: If you have this license please ensure it is listed in the Certification and Licenses section in the application. 14. Have you graduated from an accredited school of Physical Therapy? NOTE: Make sure you list the name of the school and the location in the Education section of your application. 15. Describe your Full Time experience working in an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU). Full Time is considered 40 hours per week. Your response MUST include the following: Name of employer(s) Dates of employment reflected as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY or Present Number of hours worked per week Position title Specific duties you performed in the IPU Type of patients your worked with NOTE: Do not copy your response from another question. Do not refer to an attached document. If you do not have this experience state, " experience." 16. Applicant is eligible for the level listed below: Rehabilitation Therapist PDP-III Rehabilitation Therapist PDP-IV Occupational Therapist Sr. Occupational Therapist