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California Department of Developmental Services · 2 weeks ago

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, DEPARTMENTS OF MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Tulare County, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$8,238/mo - $9,700/mo

The California Department of Developmental Services is responsible for providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and provide occupational therapy services to clients, assist in treatment and consultation, and assess the need for adaptive equipment and therapy interventions.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for evaluation and Occupational Therapy services to clients as ordered by physician

Provide back-up services for those clients whose primary therapist is absent from this facility

Provide treatment and consultation in the areas of motor function and development, activities of daily living, oral-motor dysfunction and dysphagia

Also assess the need for adaptive equipment, seating and positioning systems and therapy intervention as needed

Qualification

Occupational TherapyMotor function assessmentAdaptive equipment assessmentDysphagia treatmentCommunication skills

Required

Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in the duty statement

Individuals Interested In Applying For The Position Must Take And Pass The Occupational Therapist Examination That Is Being Administered By CalVet

Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678) and proof of registration with the National Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association or eligibility for such registration by the final filing date

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

The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired