Staff Occupational Therapist #WWRH4009
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Job Location:
Augusta, ME - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title: Staff Occupational Therapist - #WWRH4009
State Role Title:Therapist III
Hiring Range: Anticipated starting wage rate: Up to $55/hour commensurate with experience.
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs
Location:Wilson Wkfc Rehab Ctn
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
This is a wage (part-time) position and cant exceed 1500 hours during their employment year. This position does not include health insurance retirement or leave.
About the Agency:
We provide people with disabilities comprehensive individualized services to realize optimal personal independence and employment. We strive to be the preferred provider of comprehensive vocational rehabilitation for Virginians with Disabilities. We apply our shared values; Ethical Engaged and Effective to everything we do.
Job Duties:
Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center (WWRC) is seeking a wage parttime Staff Occupational Therapist. This position will provide direct client service delivery including comprehensive and specialized evaluations treatments and consultation for adults (aged 18 and older) with neurologic orthopedic and developmental disabilities. The therapist serves as part of an interdisciplinary team to help clients develop improve or restore independent living and vocational potential and educates families or other appropriate individuals.
Written/Verbal Communication:
Completes documentation in accordance with professional therapy standards facility policies and procedures regulatory boards/thirdparty payers and WIOA objectives. Ensures appropriate coverage when needed. Participates with the therapeutic team in case conferences to establish revise and monitor progress toward client goals. Maintains records of direct and indirect service delivery.
Professional Education/Development:
Identifies learning needs and develops a plan with the supervisor to maintain and update professional competencies and knowledge through literature review inservice education clinical inquiry and continuing education integrating new information into practice. Participates in educational presentations or clinical research projects to enhance professional growth for self other staff or to increase community awareness.
Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge and clinical skills relevant to rehabilitation therapy services.
Ability to administer occupational therapy treatments including assistive technology & ADL training.
Advanced knowledge of principles and practice of OT techniques.
Skills in planning developing and supervising a rehab service.
Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader with professional personnel case managers clients/customers and referral sources.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Education Experience Licensure Certification Required for Entry into Position:
Degree in Occupational Therapy (B.S. or Masters).
Licensed Occupational Therapist or eligible for Virginia licensure.
Clinical experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
Valid Virginia drivers license
Special Instructions:
This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code 2.2-1201.1.
A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance.
Minorities Individuals with disabilities Veterans AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias New Recruitment Management System. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information:
Name: Human Resources
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
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