Review Vacancy

Date Posted: 08/04/22
Applications Due: 08/18/22
Vacancy ID: 109982

Position Information

AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for

TitleSenior Occupational Therapist - CNYDDSO

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $77912 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Oneida

Street Address Bank of America Building

200 W Dominick St

City Rome

StateNY

Zip Code13440

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must be reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service eligible list for the title;

OR

Transfer Opportunity: You must currently be permanent as a Senior Occupational Therapist and be eligible for lateral transfer; or be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law by having at least one year of permanent service in a title approved for transfer by Civil Service within two salary grades on the Grade 18 level.

For appointment to the Senior Occupational Therapist title, you must be licensed and currently registered to practice as an Occupational Therapist in New York State AND have one year of post licensure occupational therapy experience.

Important note: the candidate selected to this position is advised that it will be their responsibility to discuss any previously approved time off with their new supervisor. There is no guarantee the new unit will be able to honor previously approved time. Contact Beth Clapper at 315-473-3129 for questions regarding the position.

Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION:

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, incumbents will work under the supervision of the Head and Chief OT. OT services are provided as an integral part of an interdisciplinary treatment team to support individuals with developmental disabilities to live to their fullest potential within their homes and communities. The licensed OT will provide services following NYS Practice Standards to evaluate and treat individuals under the prescription or referral of a physician. Incumbents may supervise Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A Senior Occupational Therapist in this position provides comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to individuals with Developmental Disabilities in state operated IRAs, Family Care Homes, Day Habilitation Programs, and Article 16 Clinics in Oneida County. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Evaluate individuals across all pertinent areas of the OT Practice Framework
• Provide direct OT services using an Evidence-Based Practice approach
• Develop necessary plans, routines, and guidelines.
• Complete thorough and timely documentation and billing within the electronic health record in compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations
• Train agency staff in implementation of OT-related plans, routines, etc.
• Assess, justify, acquire, and modify Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
• Educate staff in agency initiatives such as Choking Prevention, Safe Patient Handling, Fall Prevention, Autism Awareness and other related initiatives
• Collaborate professionally with all other disciplines on the treatment team to provide comprehensive person-centered services based on the valued outcomes of each individual and the principles of the HCBS Waiver.


SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Ability to function as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team relating to professional, para-professional and direct care staff.
• Ability to communicate in a thorough, concise, accurate and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Training/public speaking experience.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Possess an acceptable time and attendance record as specified in the time and attendance policy.
• Possess an acceptable work record.

Additional Comments APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit PRF-1 form, and/or cover letter and résumé by 8/18/2022 to:
Central New York DDSO
Attn: Human Resources
101 W. Liberty Street
Rome, NY 13440
Fax: 315-338-0443
E-mail: opwdd.sm.cny.jobs

Please reference the above EOA #22-248 in all correspondence.

If you are employed by state government, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.
Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
Please Note:
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
• In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
• OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources

Telephone 315-336-2300 ext578

Fax 315-338-0443

Email Address cny.jobs@opwdd.ny.gov

Address

Street Central New York DDSO

101 W. Liberty St

City Rome

State NY

Zip Code 13440

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit PRF-1 form, and/or cover letter and résumé by 8/18/2022 to:
Central New York DDSO
Attn: Human Resources
101 W. Liberty Street
Rome, NY 13440
Fax: 315-338-0443
E-mail: opwdd.sm.cny.jobs@opwdd.ny.gov

Please reference the above EOA #22-248 in all correspondence.

If you are employed by state government, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.
Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
Please Note:
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
• In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
• OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer