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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem Pool II
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem Pool II
Salary
$83,771.49 Annually
Location
Ventura and may require travel throughout Ventura County, CA
Job Type
Full Time/Per Diem
Job Number
2006HCA-24AA (NW)
Department
Health Care Agency
Division
Ventura County Medical Center and/or Santa Paula Hospital
Opening Date
04/17/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
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Description
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and guidance of a supervising therapist, plans, organizes, and implements rehabilitation programs in treatment and/or community services.
The ideal candidate to enrich our public sector team will be dedicated to enhancing the lives of community members. They are a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a proven track record of delivering occupational therapy interventions across diverse settings. They excel in collaboration, seamlessly integrating with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans that prioritize client-centered care. With cultural competence and ethical integrity, they navigate complex situations, employing solutions to optimize client outcomes. Further, they are eager to contribute to our mission of promoting health, independence, and well-being for all individuals in our community.
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants - Per Diem Pool are limited benefited employees who provide, occupational, and mental health rehabilitation services.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
Per Diem Pool (PDP) classifications are distinguished from Regular classifications in that additional compensation is provided in lieu of full County 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.
PAYROLL TITLE: Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP II
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC)
Rehabilitation Therapist-PDP II is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Per Diem Pool vacancies. There is currently one (1) Per Diem Pool vacancy at the Ventura County Medical Center.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE: 4/17/24
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. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
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:
Performs and documents ongoing treatments and progress of patients to determine functional status and deficits;
Plans, develops, and utilizes occupational therapy procedures to meet the functional needs of patients;
Confers with the physician, patient, and family and sets functional goals for appropriate therapy;
Performs tests and measures within the scope of hired profession;
Initiates and maintains records of patients' status and progress;
Provides patient and family education to assist in achievement of functional goals;
Coordinates occupational therapy programs with other agencies;
Leads, instructs, and encourages patients in a program of individual and group activities of a physical, social, and cultural nature such as industrial arts, handicrafts, indoor and outdoor games and sports, music groups, special interest classes, and self-care activities designed to promote improved mental and physical health;
With the therapeutic team, plans treatment goals to maintain or improve motivation, vocational guidance, and counseling including training or job placement;
Utilizes therapeutic techniques in working toward these goals with groups or individuals; and
Assists in educating staff, volunteers, and other community agency personnel in the psychological objectives of the activity programs; instructs in all phases of the program; and develops special treatment programs for clients with problems in substance abuse; and
Performs other related 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:
A broad background consisting of training and/or experience which would provide the knowledge and abilities to perform in Occupational Therapy.
Must have graduated from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)-approved occupational therapy assistant education program OR must have successfully passed the Occupational Therapy Board exam for occupational therapy assistants.
Possession of a current valid certificate issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy OR be eligible to apply for and obtain a certificate from the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Certificate is a condition of continued employment.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid California driver license 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 possess the physical ability to lift and carry 35 pounds
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of:
theory and practice of rehabilitation of physically and mentally handicapped persons;
therapeutic principles and techniques of group and individual activities used in occupational, recreational, and skill in their application.
General knowledge of:
basic pathology involved in diseases and injuries resulting in physical and mental handicaps and the physical and psychological problems of the handicapped.
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;
prepare reports and keep records to be included in case histories;
analyze situations accurately and take an effective course of action;
work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team.
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. 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 ventura.org/jobs (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ventura?sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending) . If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Note 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.
LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: 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 (http://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/docs/Lateral_Transfer.pdf) 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 – Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list.
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, and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at nathan.wood@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.
Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.
Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)
Memorandum of Agreement
Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS
01
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. Are you willing to accept a position under these conditions?
Yes
No
02
Have you graduated from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)-approved occupational therapy assistant education program? If yes, ensure that the institution and details are listed in the "Education" section of your application.
Yes
No
03
Have you successfully passed the Occupational Therapy Board exam for occupational therapy assistants? If yes, please include all details in the "Certifications and Licenses" section of your application.
Yes
No
04
Please check which applies to you regarding a current valid certificate issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy:
I currently possess a valid certificate issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy
I do not currently possess a valid certificate issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy but am willing and able to obtain this certification within the probationary period.
I do not have nor will I obtain the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy
05
Do you possess and can you maintain a California driver license as a condition of continued employment?
Yes
No
06
Are you physically able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds?
Yes
No
07
Describe your knowledge of theory and practice of rehabilitation of physically and mentally handicapped persons. 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 duties you performed
NOTE: Do not copy and paste a response to another question. Do not refer to an attached document.
NOTE: This experience must be included in the Work History section on your application.
If you do not have this experience state, "No experience."
08
Describe the therapeutic principles and techniques of group and individual activities used in occupational, recreational, and skill in their application. 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 duties you performed
NOTE: Do not copy and paste a response to another question. Do not refer to an attached document.
NOTE: This experience must be included in the Work History section on your application.
If you do not have this experience state, "No experience."
09
Describe your ability to interpret rehabilitation therapy activities for hospital and day treatment facility personnel, relatives, patients and others.
Required Question
Agency
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129
Website
http://hr.ventura.org
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