STUDENT ASSISTANT

Job Description and DutiesPatton State Hospital, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for Temporary (16 weeks), Intermittent appointments to the Student Assistant-Recreation Therapy Intern classification. The Student Assistant / Recreation Therapy Intern is supervised by a NCTRC certified Recreation Therapist and works under the administrative supervision of the Program Assistant and is under the general lead and clinical direction of the Recreation Therapy Intern Coordinators and the Chief of Rehabilitation Therapy Services.The successful candidate must be academically eligible for a Recreation Therapy internship based upon their university and National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification standards.Candidates should possess and demonstrate the basic knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature of Recreation Therapy services, basic knowledge of the process of restoration, maintenance and development of capabilities, basic knowledge of the principles of mental health education, the scope and activities of private and public health and welfare agencies, characteristics of mental, emotional, physical, and developmental disorders, current trends in mental health, public health and public welfare, federal and state programs in these fields. Have ability to utilize and effectively apply required knowledge, establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of persons contacted in the workplace, ability to secure accurate clinical data and record such data systematically, compose clear, accurate and concise reports, interpret statistical data, analyze situations accurately and take effective action, ability to communicate effectively.Additional Information : The classification is a temporary TAU appointment, and the Student Assistant may not work more than 1500 hours in a 12 consecutive month period. No health, dental, or vision benefits are provided for persons in this classification.All interested candidates that meet the recruitment criteria should submit Form STD 678 Employment application to the Human Resources -Employment Unit no later than the final filing dates listed above.One applicant will be selected for each term : (Please note the various cutoff dates)(1) for the Summer Internship with a Final Filing Date of February 3, 2025(1) for the Fall Internship with a Final filing date of April 1, 2025(1) for the Winter Internship with a Final filing date of August 1, 2025Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from PattonHREmploymentUnit@dsh.ca.gov. It is the applicant's responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk / spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey : DSH Recruitment SurveyYou will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsPatton is a forensic psychiatric hospital and was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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• Duty StatementPosition DetailsJob Code # : JC-447203Position #(s) : 502-211-4870-XXXWorking Title : Recreation Therapy InternClassification : STUDENT ASSISTANT$3,075.00 - $3,379.00 A As an intermittent employee, wages will be $17.74 - $23.90 per hour, depending on salary range eligibility.$3,290.00 - $3,616.00 B As an intermittent employee, wages will be $17.74 - $23.90 per hour, depending on salary range eligibility.$3,765.00 - $4,144.00 D As an intermittent employee, wages will be $17.74 - $23.90 per hour, depending on salary range eligibility.# of Positions : 3Work Location : San Bernardino CountyTelework : In OfficeJob Type : Student AssistantFacility : Department of State Hospitals - PattonDepartment InformationDepartment of State Hospitals - Patton3102 E Highland AvenuePatton, CA 92369http : / / www.dsh.ca.govDepartment Website : https : / / www.dsh.ca.gov / PattonSpecial Requirements
• 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.For experience / education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678) including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start / end dates (MM / DD / YYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.A completed STD. 678 and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers account. Please reference Job Control # 447203 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.Complete Application Packages (including your STD. 678 and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received / processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.Application InstructionsDates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date : Until FilledWho May ApplyThis is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating "preference under Government Code section 18220". Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To ApplyComplete Application Packages (including your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below : Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to : Department of State HospitalsAttn : HR-Employment Unit3102 East Highland AvenuePatton, CA 92369Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at : Department of State HospitalsHuman Resources - Employment Unit3102 East Highland AvenuePatton, CA 92369HR is closed on weekends and holidays07 : 00 AM - 04 : 30 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.BenefitsPlease review the Benefits Summary that may also be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find information on the benefits afforded by membership in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act, and salary ranges and a summary of the Student Assistant classification.Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Department Website : https : / / www.dsh.ca.gov / PattonHuman Resources Contact : Human Resources(909) 742-5550Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.EEO Contact : Rachel Guerrero(909) 742-5243rachel.guerrero@dsh.ca.govCalifornia Relay Service : 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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