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Pipeline Talent; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervisory Occupational Therapist to lead the Occupational Therapy Section. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical and administrative operations, developing innovative therapy programs, and ensuring high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in occupational therapy, leadership skills, and the ability to foster team development. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient rehabilitation services within a respected health care system. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.
• Requires full, current, and unrestricted state license to practice occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct all clinical and administrative aspects of Occupational Therapy services.
• Supervise and manage Occupational Therapists and their activities.
• Develop new rehabilitative programs for patients with complex needs.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Leadership

Clinical Supervision

Program Development

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

The Supervisory Occupational Therapist - Chief (Occupational Therapy Section Chief) has full supervisory and managerial responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating all clinical and administrative aspects of the delivery of Occupational Therapy, Recreation Therapy, and Creative Arts Therapy services throughout VA Northern California Health Care System.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent Department of Veteran Affairs employees.

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Duties

This position is responsible to the Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service. The Occupational Therapy Section Chief functions autonomously and is given wide latitude by the Service Chief in planning and directing all administrative, supervisory, and clinical activities in the Occupational Therapy Section. The Section Chief works directly with the CLC / CREC Medical Director, Director of Nursing, Site Managers, Service Chiefs, and Program Managers regarding technical, administrative, and procedural matters pertaining to the OT Section. Primary duty station is at the Mather Campus but travel to other sites is done as needed for personnel and program oversight and for orientation of new employees.

Major Duties include but are not limited to the following :

• Uses independent judgment in identifying the need for and in establishing new Occupational Therapy rehabilitative programs for patients with complex medical and psychological impairments.
• Developing the program structure with knowledge of evidence based practices and clinical practice guidelines in multiple professional areas to guide the program staff in providing clinically appropriate treatment interventions.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to address clinical and programmatic needs, identifying staffing and training needs, equipment, supplies and space, and the coordination of Occupational Therapy with other services to deliver care in the most effective manner.
• Supervises, directs, and assigns work for all the physical rehab Occupational Therapists and provides clinical supervision for the Home Based Primary Care OTs and those in the Mental Health and Social Work service lines.
• Establishes and submits annual departmental budget requests and manages the OT Section's funds.
• Initiates personnel recruitment actions for all therapists within the Occupational Therapy Section. Identifies advertising sources and develops advertising text. Assumes primary responsibility for conducting interviews and for candidate selection.
• Makes recommendations and writes Board Actions for the Professional Medical Board for all appointments and promotions. Recommends promotions and performance ratings as a result of yearly appraisals.
• Evaluates employee performance and conducts annual performance appraisals. Counsels and manages performance issues and disciplinary matters in accordance with established Human Resource policies.
• Maintains a caseload of patients and provides Occupational Therapy services in the more complex cases. Complies with department guidelines concerning patient evaluation, treatment and documentation.
• Provides guidance and technical advice, support and assistance to occupational therapy personnel in applying current knowledge to individual practice setting. Regularly reviews all clinical programs in the Occupational Therapy Section to assure that current methodology is being incorporated in all clinical areas.
• Encourages professional development and growth in Occupational Therapy staff by promoting participation in educational courses on station and in the community.
• Coordinates use of tuition support funds and provides justification for continuing education programs for OT staff.
• Educates other facility personnel in the role and scope of Occupational Therapy services and available programs.

Work Schedule : Full-time; Monday-Friday, 7 : 30am to 4 : 00pm

Telework : Not Available

Virtual : This is not a virtual position.

Relocation / Recruitment Incentives : Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12 / 31 / 1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background / security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https : / / www.uscis.gov / i-9-central / form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

Qualifications

Basic Requirements :

1. United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

2. English Proficiency : Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).

3. Education and / or Experience :

• The individual must meet at least one of the following requirements below :

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist; NOTE : The baccalaureate degree must be from an approved program prior to the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) January 1, 2005 decision that the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) would only accredit master or doctoral degree programs in occupational therapy. OR

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) full years of graduate education in a related field; NOTE : The baccalaureate degree must be from an approved program prior to the AOTA January 1, 2005 decision that ACOTE would only accredit master or doctoral degree programs in occupational therapy. OR
• Master's Degree or higher in occupational therapy.
• Individuals must be a graduate of a degree program in occupational therapy approved by the ACOTE or predecessor organizations. This is inclusive of an internship (supervised fieldwork experience required by the educational institution). ACOTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Degree programs may be verified by contacting the American Occupational Therapy Association website or at their office address : American Occupational Therapy
• Foreign Graduates : Graduates of foreign occupational therapy programs meet the requirements if they have a current, full, active and unrestricted license to practice occupational therapy in a state, territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia.

4. Certification : Candidates must possess a current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification as an OT.

5. State Licensure : Candidates must possess a full, current, and unrestricted state license, to practice occupational therapy in a state, territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia.

Grandfathering Provision : May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

All persons employed in VHA in this occupational series or in another occupational series that are also performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure / certification / registration that are part of the basic requirements of this occupation. Employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply :

• They may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance level, or changed to lower grade within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the full performance level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.
• If an OT who was retained under this provision leaves the occupation, the employee will lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
• OTs initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and / or licensure / certification / registration that meet all the basic requirements of this qualification standard, must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation.
• OTs who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.

Grade Determinations :

Supervisory Occupational Therapist, GS-14

• Education, Experience, and Licensure : Completion of one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level and directly related to the position being filled.
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) : In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all the following KSAs :

Knowledge of evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines in multiple professional areas to use these resources to guide the program staff in providing clinically appropriate treatment interventions.

• Skill in interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution in dealing with a diverse range of employees, team leaders, and administrators.
• Ability to manage [resources] for a large, integrated service including not only occupational therapy, but also other focused rehabilitation, ancillary, or other health care services.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse group of professional staff.
• Ability to translate extensive rehabilitation knowledge into cogent and useful policy in complex facilities and / or across multiple sites.
• Skill in providing clinical and administrative oversight and supervision of 12 multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs in complex facilities and / or across multiple sites.
• Ability to collaborate with strategic planning committees at local, VISN or national levels for new ventures addressing patient care delivery systems, facilities management, and system reorganizations.

Reference : FORMER VA HANDBOOK REFERENCE : PART II APPENDIX G14, EFFECTIVE DATE : December 13, 2019. For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https : / / www.va.gov / ohrm / QualificationStandards / .

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-14. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-14.

Physical Requirements :

• Involves considerable amount of standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning.
• Requires carrying or lifting of objects weighing up to 50 lbs., but occasionally may require work that involves pushing or lifting more than 50 pounds and going up and down flights of stairs.
• The position requires visual and auditory acuity at a level to provide safe and effective nursing care.
• The position requires the employee to work for periods of time with arms above shoulder level or with neck in a fully flexed or extended position and the ability to physically control or defend against emotionally ill clients.
• Requires use of hands for actions such as typing, simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive actions.
• Requires the ability to frequently respond to multiple demands and priorities.
• Has potential for exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous waste, and chemicals.
• Ability to distinguish shades of colors.
• Ability to effectively utilize a stethoscope and distinguish breath and heart, and bowel sounds.
• Emotional and mental stability - ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the position and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

Education

Note : Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here : http : / / ope.ed.gov / accreditation / . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit : https : / / sites.ed.gov / international / recognition-of-foreign-qualifications / .

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave : Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration / Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA / OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and / or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members : Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes :

Resume

• SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and / or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current / former Federal employees), etc.

• DD-214 / Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

Veterans' Preference : When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP / CPS / XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11 : 59 PM (ET) on 05 / 06 / 2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https : / / apply.usastaffing.gov / ViewQuestionnaire / 12730532.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and / or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE : It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

VA Northern California Health Care System

10535 Hospital Way

Mather, CA 95655

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

NOTE : Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes :

• Resume
• SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and / or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current / former Federal employees), etc.

• DD-214 / Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

Veterans' Preference : When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP / CPS / XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11 : 59 PM (ET) on 05 / 06 / 2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https : / / apply.usastaffing.gov / ViewQuestionnaire / 12730532.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and / or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE : It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

VA Northern California Health Care System

10535 Hospital Way

Mather, CA 95655

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

NOTE : Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy