Forensic Occupational Therapist Supervisor - Norristown State Hospital

Are you prepared to leverage your expertise and leadership abilities in a rewarding supervisory role? The Department of Human Services is seeking a Forensic Occupational Therapist Supervisor to add to our dedicated team of professionals. In this key role, you will oversee and coordinate the delivery of occupational therapy (OT) services to forensic psychiatric inpatients at Norristown State Hospital. If you are ready to advance your career and take on a fulfilling new challenge, this opportunity is the perfect next step for you!

In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of occupational therapy interventions aimed at enhancing functional independence, promoting recovery, and reducing recidivism among individuals who have been adjudicated as incompetent to stand trial, found not guilty by reason of insanity, or are under court-ordered treatment. You will supervise a team of occupational therapists, certified occupational therapy assistants, and may also provide guidance to OT interns or support staff within the forensic service area. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with social service and rehabilitation managers, supervisors, psychiatrists, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary treatment teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated, patient-centered care.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment,- 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Licensed Occupational Therapist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience as a professional licensed occupational therapist.

Special Requirement:

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.