Occupational Therapist

The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is currently recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to join the California Children's Services program. The program is under the Public Health branch, which utilizes therapist staff to provide occupational and/or physical therapy services for neurologically and/or physically impaired clients from birth to 21 years of age. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout Tulare County's Public Health branch. The Occupational Therapist confers with the physician and/or senior therapist to determine types of treatment required in each case; adapts games, arts, and crafts as therapeutic treatment; teaches self-care and functional activities; assists parents in understanding and handling children with chronic orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions; and maximizes the level of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills of the client. California Children's Services Medical Therapy program sites are located in local public schools. Candidates accepting one of these positions may qualify to apply for a loan repayment of up to $25,000 for a twenty-four (24) month work commitment. For more information on the loan repayment program, visit .Typical Duties Key Responsibilities Evaluate and develop therapy programs for children and young adults with physical disabilities who have medically eligible conditions.Establishes occupational therapy treatment plans with functional goals and measurable objectives based upon evaluations and clinical observations, incorporating the concepts of family-centered care into the plan.Provides occupational therapy treatment directed toward improving the child's and/or family's abilities to perform activities of daily living as prescribed by the child's physician.Identifies needs and makes recommendations re: appropriate rehabilitation equipment and bracing/splinting and ensures proper function and fit. May also fabricate custom hand splints.Manages caseload to ensure care is being provided efficiently and is in line with CCS productivity recommendations for scheduled treatment time. Documents evaluation and treatment according to therapy policies and procedures.Confers and consults with other providers involved with child's care, including but not limited to school personnel, equipment and orthotic providers, and social service workers.Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications Candidates must meet the qualifications listed below by the application deadline . Graduation from an accredited college or university and completion of an approved course in Occupational Therapy.Possession of a valid license to practice as an occupational therapist in the State of California. Desirable Qualifications Fabricate and apply splints as prescribed.Attend appropriate clinics, management meetings, and case conferences to discuss clients' status.Make home or school visits as needed for consultation services.Identify needs and make recommendations regarding appropriate rehabilitation equipment and ensure proper function and fit.Additional Information Conditions of Employment Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.If in a driving position, candidates must be able to obtain and retain a valid California driver's license. Student Loan Forgiveness This is a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007, and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information, you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: . **PLEASE NOTE: ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED** EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Benefits Bargaining Unit 6 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP) . Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday . Vacation Accrual: 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Career Incentive Pay Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below. Years of Service - % Increase - Total 5 - 3% - 3% 10 - 2% - 5% 15 - 3% - 8% 20 - 2% - 10% Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company . Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.