Supervising Pediatric Therapist

County of Marin; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Marin seeks a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to serve as Supervising Pediatric Therapist at the Medical Therapy Unit, San Rafael. You will lead a 5.25 FTE team serving children birth to 21, coordinating clinical services, administration, and collaboration with school staff.

The ideal candidate has pediatric therapy expertise, supervisory experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in California.
• Typically, three years of experience as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist.
• One year of supervisory or lead experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with pediatric therapy and CCS eligibility.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are desirable; a bilingual proficiency exam may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination, and daily operations of the Medical Therapy Unit.
• Provide administrative leadership and collaboration with school administrators.
• Deliver direct clinical services as needed to support patients and the team.
• Mentor and motivate staff and oversee a 5.25 FTE team (OTs, PTs, Therapy Aide).
• Prepare clear reports, budgets, and records; contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Supervising staff

Leadership

Pediatric therapy

Clinical supervision

Data reporting

Education

California Physical Therapist license

California Occupational Therapist license

Job description

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the? Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.

The Medical Therapy Program (MTP) is a specialized component of California Children's Services (CCS), providing physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and Medical Therapy Conference (MTC) services to children and youth with disabling conditions, primarily related to neurological or musculoskeletal disorders.

The County of Marin is seeking a licensed and experienced Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to serve as the Supervising Pediatric Therapist. This leadership role oversees a dedicated team of 5.25 FTE—including OTs, PTs, and a Therapy Aide—who collectively serve approximately 160 clients from birth to age 21.

Based at the Medical Therapy Unit atMarindale School in San Rafael, the Supervising Pediatric Therapist is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, supervision, and daily operations of the unit. In addition to administrative leadership, this role includes collaboration with school administrators, participation in statewide workgroups to advance best practices, and provision of direct clinical services as needed.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable.
• Bilingual Testing/Certification: The successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist with demonstrated expertise in pediatric therapy, including experience working with children who have conditions eligible under California Children’s Services (CCS). They possess a strong understanding of infant and child development, as well as current, evidence-based therapy practices that support children in achieving their highest potential and quality of life.

This candidate brings at least one year of supervisory or lead experience, with a proven ability to motivate and support staff in a dynamic, team-based environment. They are both a team leader and a collaborative partner, skilled in building relationships and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Key strengths include excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills. The candidate is culturally responsive, adaptable to change, and experienced in navigating cross-system collaboration. They are also adept at preparing clear and concise reports, including statistical data, to guide quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts within the program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Principles and techniques of supervising staff.
• Advanced principles, techniques, and developments in physical or occupational therapy, with emphasis on the physical and psychological issues of children who have neuromuscular and/or orthopedic disabilities.
• Treatments directed toward facilitating normal postures and movements, inhibiting abnormal reflexes, and assisting coordination of movements.
• Self-care activities; normal child development, sensory-integration techniques, and neuro-developmental sequencing.
• Development, design, construction, care, and use of special equipment, skeletal anatomy, kinesiology, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and the objectives of physical and occupational therapy treatment.
• Physical rehabilitation; and issues and challenges of the clients and the effects on their families.

Ability to

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff.
• Teach and train others in physical and/or occupational therapy methods.
• Serve as a resource person and leader for staff; interpret and explain objectives and methods to team, patients, and parents.
• Plan, organize, implement physical or occupational therapy programs; collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Adapt various functions to therapeutic requirements of patients.
• Use tact and understanding in interacting with patients and families.
• Coordinate with other professional staff to secure carry-over in the treatment and training of patients.
• Prepare accurate, concise reports, budgets, and records.
• Communicate in a professional manner.
• Represent the CCS program to interagency and community groups and to State CCS
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people and organizations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills listed. Typically, equivalent to three years of experience as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist.

One year providing services to children with physical disabilities is highly desirable.

One year of supervisory or lead experience is highly desirable.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Possession of a valid Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist license issued by the State of California.

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Sarah Githens at [e-mail].

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Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

LiveScan:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

Disaster Service Workers:

All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, 415-473-2095.