Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Rehabilitation Therapist (Safety)will be directed by the Supervising Rehabilitation Therapist in collaboration with the Program Director, Chief of Rehabilitation Therapy Services at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Conduct and prepare written Rehabilitation Therapy Assessments/ evaluations
• Participate in Treatment Plan meetings to review each patient’s progress towards community reintegration
• Provide written documentation on patients’ progress pertaining to their rehabilitation therapy program
• Organize, plan and conduct rehabilitation therapy/leisure skill groups
• Provide and maintain a monthly activity calendar of all supplemental rehabilitation therapy programs offered on the unit board
• Applies and demonstrates knowledge of correct methods in Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI)
• Assist in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment through response to physical assaults, escape attempts or other major patient disturbance, and assist in the management of the conduct of the patients

In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at:
OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility MUST meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All Therapists: Completion of an approved clinical internship in the appropriate rehabilitation specialty in an approved hospital or rehabilitation center affiliated with the college. (Individuals who are registered or certified with the appropriate therapy association but who have not completed a clinical internship because it was not a component of the academic program at the time are required to have completed a minimum of two years' full-time paid experience in a clinical, residential, or community-based setting after receipt of the required degree to be admitted into the exam.)

Art
Possession of a Master's Degree in Art Therapy or in Art with emphasis in Art Therapy, or registration with the American Art Therapy Association, or eligibility for such registration.

Dance
Possession of a Master's Degree in Dance Therapy, or registration with the American Dance Therapy Association, or eligibility for such registration.

Music
Equivalent to graduation from a recognized college with major work in music therapy, or registration with the American Music Therapy Association, or eligibility for such registration.

Recreation
Equivalent to graduation from a recognized college with major work in therapeutic recreation, or in recreation with an emphasis in therapeutic recreation, or certification as a registered recreator with specialization in therapeutic recreation by the California Board of Park and Recreation personnel, or the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligibility for such certification. (Registration as a senior in a recognized institution will admit applicants into the exam, but they must produce evidence of graduation or its equivalent before being considered eligible for appointment.)

*If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.

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Working Conditions

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts MUST include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.

If applicable, include verification of completion of internship on submitted transcripts or in the form of a signed letter from your internship director or academic advisor AND proof of registration or eligibility for such registration with the appropriate association.

You MUST include two (2) letters of recommendation.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Requirements

All interested candidates MUST submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate Rehabilitation Therapist (Safety) - Specialty AND 455-XXX-XXXX-XXX AND JC-458775in the Examination/Job Title Section.

The term VAR and/or XXX in the position number indicates that multiple vacancies may exist for this classification.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts MUST include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. 

If applicable, include verification of completion of internship on submitted transcripts or in the form of a signed letter from your internship director or academic advisor AND proof of registration or eligibility for such registration with the appropriate association.

You  MUST include two (2) letters of recommendation.

*Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.

*Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

*Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other - Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts,  that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts MUST include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
• Other - If applicable, include verification of completion of internship on submitted transcripts or in the form of a signed letter from your internship director or academic advisor  AND proof of registration or eligibility for such registration with the appropriate association.
• Other - You  MUST include two (2) letters of recommendation.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Internship,

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