Occupational Therapist - Central Regional Hospital

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

NCFlex program (pre-tax benefits)

Paid vacation & sick leave

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Central Regional Hospital in North Carolina is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to provide comprehensive OT services to a diverse patient population. The role includes assessment, group and individual therapy, documentation, and collaboration with staff, patients, and families.

Responsibilities may include work with the Step Down program and supervision of OT students.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with recovery-oriented treatment.
• Spanish language speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapy services to a wide variety of patients (ages 6 to 90+).
• Conduct assessment and plan group and individual treatment sessions.
• Document sessions and communicate with staff, patients and families.
• Educate staff, patients, and family members.
• Potential duties with the Step Down program (near-discharge intensive treatment).

Skills

recovery-oriented treatment

Spanish language ability

Education

NC OT license

Job description

AgencyDept of Health and Human ServicesDivisionCentral Regional HospitalJob Classification TitleOccupational Therapist (NS)Position Number60047487GradeMH17About UsThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.Description of WorkThis position will provide Occupational Therapy services to a wide variety of patients. Patients range in age from 6 years to 90+. The majority of patients have a psychiatric diagnosis and in addition may have an accompanying physical diagnosis such as TBI, limited mobility, stroke, or medical condition requiring treatment. Clinical responsibilities include assessment, group and individual treatment sessions, documentation, consultation and education of staff, patients and family members. This position may have duties working with the Step Down program, a small near-discharge intensive treatment program. CRH supports and serves as a training site for all levels of occupational therapy students.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Range: $66,696.00 - $110,049.00Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Previous experience with recovery-oriented treatment.Spanish language speaking ability.This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126)This is a full time (40 hours per week) Occupational Therapist I in the Department of Psychosocial Treatment Services. The work schedule is 1st shift Monday through Friday, with some flexibility to accommodate the needs of patient services. Occasional weekend work is required.Compensation and Benefits : The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the NC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website for more information.About Central Regional Hospital (CRH ): CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.Supplemental Contact Information:DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.· Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.· Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application, to support your answers.· The posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.· Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.· Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Veteran’s and National Guard Preference· Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.· Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.· Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of North Carolina.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Theodora Bumpass RamseyContact:DHHS Workday Support Form