Introduction
THIS IS A NEW CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification.
DESCRIPTION
ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities.
PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
As part of Alameda County Health, the Public Health Department works in partnership with our local communities to ensure the optimal health and well-being of all people. We monitor health status and service delivery, prevent disease, mobilize communities, conduct outreach, and promote health policy and education. We actively seek partnerships and engage with the community to improve community health through a dynamic and responsive process that respects diversity, addresses health equity, and challenges us to provide for present and future generations.
THE POSITION
Pediatric Occupational Therapists provide occupational therapy services in public schools for the physical treatment of children with physical disabilities; advise parents or caregivers on home treatment and care; and perform related work as required.
THE VACANCY
There is currently one vacancy located in the Public Health Department, under the Family Health Services Division, California Children's Services Medical Therapy Program (MTP), however the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other programmatic areas.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirement: Eligibility for, or possession of, a valid certificate to practice as a licensed Occupational Therapist from the California Board of Occupational Therapy. And Education: Completion of an accredited course in Occupational Therapy.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Principles, methods, equipment and the basic theory of physical rehabilitation involved in the modern practice of occupational therapy, especially as applied to children with physical disabilities; anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, neural and other structures and the pathologies and injuries which result in physical disabilities; equipment and methods used to evaluate and mitigate such handicaps; principles of psychology and abnormal psychology, especially as they relate to the application of occupational therapy in Medical Therapy Program; arts and crafts, recreational activities, physical training, therapeutic devices and other means which are used to effect rehabilitation through a program of occupational therapy; growth and development of children in general and children with physical disabilities in particular. Ability to: Understand and follow physician's prescriptions and other technical instructions; instruct and gain the confidence and cooperation of clients and their families in the program; explain the procedures used to personnel of other departments, to relatives and to others as may be required to achieve cooperation and coordination of the rehabilitation effort; devise, improve and develop equipment and techniques as required; keep accurate records, case histories and make complete meaningful reports; instruct parents/caregivers and school personnel in home/school programs.
EXAMINATION COMPONENTS
THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: A review of applicants' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those applicants who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this examination.
Selection Plan
Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Continuous Review of Minimum Qualification & SQ: Ongoing Department Hiring Interview: Ongoing.
BENEFITS
Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. These benefits include but are not limited to: Medical – HMO & PPO Plans, Dental – HMO & PPO Plans, Vision or Vision Reimbursement, Basic Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Plan, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, employee wellness programs, and more.
Conclusion
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DISASTER SERVICE WORKER: All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.
