What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS Fircrest Occupational Therapist 3 position at State of Washington?
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals through Occupational Therapy? Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is seeking an Occupational Therapist 3 to join the team at Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center. Located in Shoreline, Washington, this facility is surrounded by 88 acres of quiet natural beauty, yet easily accessible by car or public transportation. We welcome you to join our community of dedicated professionals and offer competitive benefits, on-the-job training, meaningful work, and long-term career opportunities.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity in which you will have a direct impact on the people around you, and they will be grateful for the support that you provide to them!
Please note that, as this opportunity is available in King County, employees assigned to a permanent duty station in King County will receive a 5% premium pay calculated from their base salary.
Some of what you will do:
- The Occupational Therapist 3 will be primarily responsible for providing occupational therapy services for individuals with intellectual disabilities as a professional member of an interdisciplinary team. Occupational Therapist 3 responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing evaluations and therapy services to address sensory-motor control, range of motion, and activities of daily living (within a designated caseload)
- Work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and assist in developing Individual Habilitation Plans (IHP) for each client in your caseload
- Develop and implement occupational therapy (OT) training programs based on OT assessments
- Assess and/or order adaptive equipment/mechanical supports such as splints and eating aids
What we’re looking for:
- Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers, clients, and the public
- Ability to work in a team environment and support individuals with intellectual disabilities, assist with new skill acquisition, maintain skills, and focus on client choice and quality of life
- Ability to set measurable short- and long-term therapy treatment goals for individuals
- Ability to develop, observe, and monitor client dining programs
- Ability to plan and develop effective teaching/habilitation/individualized strategies
- Ability to communicate with nonverbal clients
- Ability to collect and record data as indicated
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, assessments, evaluations, programs, and recommendations
- Possess basic computer skills including use of email, word processing, Excel, and internet access
- Ability to prioritize work assignments to meet timelines and/or changing priorities
- Ability to lead or co-lead therapeutic activity groups
- Ability to operate equipment and tools used in therapy programs
Who should apply?
Required Qualifications:- Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and successful completion of American Occupational Therapy Association certification
- Three years of professional therapy experience.
- Licensed by the state of Washington as an Occupational Therapist or has a valid probational certificate issued by the State of Washington to practice occupational therapy
OR
- Equivalent education and experience
What sets Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center apart as an ideal employer for Occupational Therapists:
Unique Growth Opportunities: At Fircrest, you'll have the chance to work with a distinctive population that you won't encounter in other settings. This opens doors for expanding your expertise in new areas of occupational therapy.
Holiday Time Off: We value work-life balance and provide time off on major holidays, including Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Day.
No Productivity Pressure: We don't impose productivity requirements on Occupational Therapists. You have the autonomy to determine service times for clients based on your clinical judgment.
Reasonable Documentation Expectations: Our paperwork expectations are reasonable, including annual evaluations, monthly program notes when applicable, and updates when a client experiences a change in condition. Daily treatment notes are not required.
Supportive Management: You won't experience micromanagement from supervisors or management when it comes to clinical decision-making. We trust our OTs to make the best choices for their clients' needs.
Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center offers a unique and supportive environment for Occupational Therapists promoting growth, work-life balance, flexibility, and professional autonomy.
Completed applications will include:
- Current chronological resume
- A Cover letter
- Three or more professional references with current contact information
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
If you have questions about job number 01651 contact at reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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