Rehabilitation Therapy Supervisor 1 (37.5 Hour)

　　Office/On-Site

　　Recruitment # 231228-6868XC-001

　　Location Middletown, CT

　　Date Opened 1/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

　　Salary $78,897 - $106,617/year

　　Job Type Open to the Public

　　Close Date 2/5/2024 11:59:00 PM

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　　Introduction Are you interested in a career where you can make a difference, do what you are passionate about and receive personal fulfillment?

　　If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team!

　　The State of Connecticu t (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is currently seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Rehabilitation Therapy Supervisor 1. (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6868XC&R1=&R3=)

　　Position Highlights:

　　FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/CVH/Agency-Files/CVH---Home-Page) )

　　UNIT: Patient Central Services Division

　　LOCATION: Middletown, CT

　　SCHEDULE: Full-time, (37.5 hours weekly), 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

　　POSITION NUMBER: 24292

　　What We Can Offer You:

　　The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Press-Room/Press-Releases/2023/Forbes-State-of-CT-Ranked) - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule

　　NEW: A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D. , along with comprehensive benefit offerings (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/smART/General-Employee-Benefits)

　　Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings

　　State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more information.

　　Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year

　　Professional growth and development opportunitie s

　　A healthy work/life balance to all employees

　　Discover The Opportunity To:

　　Engage in a rewarding career;

　　Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;

　　Thrive in an exciting environment;

　　Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do;

　　Work together in a collaborative team environment.

　　The Role:

　　Job duties include, but are not limited to:

　　Supervise Rehabilitation Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants;

　　Provide treatment to assist with transitioning to the community, evaluate functioning and provide feedback to Treatment Team;

　　Provide ongoing feedback of patient functioning in a variety of settings and document;

　　Lead and/or co-lead active treatment groups and implement rehabilitation activities and programs;

　　Complete rehabilitation assessments, document treatment services regarding patient's behavior and response to treatment;

　　Implement corrective actions to ensure meeting program needs under the supervision of administration supervisor;

　　Support staff to engage patients, gain their interest, and build confidence;

　　Work as a member of an interdisciplinary service planning team.

　　About Us:

　　DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-s ufficiency in those we serve.

　　CVH's vision and mission is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment. We provide trauma informed gender responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life and return to the community.

　　We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career with us and make a difference!

　　Selection Plan

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　　To Apply:

　　In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

　　You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.

　　In order to comply with Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/Pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.PDF) , the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.

　　All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to [email protected].

　　This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

　　Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:

　　Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.

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　　Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

　　The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

　　Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

　　Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics (https://portal.ct.gov/ethics) .

　　For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.

　　Connect With Us:

　　Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.

　　Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Julie Barker via email at [email protected] .

　　PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

　　In a state agency this class is accountable for supervising Rehabilitation Therapists and staff or administration of a professional habilitation/rehabilitation therapy program for individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability in a state facility or institution.

　　EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

　　Plans, directs and/or contributes to planning and directing of rehabilitation/habilitation therapy programs;

　　Develops diagnostic tools and administrative policies and procedures for application of a therapeutic function;

　　Provides in-service training; assesses individuals level of functioning;

　　Conducts individual or small group activities;

　　Conducts and/or participates in clinics and case conferences providing consultation to attending physician or other discipline representatives regarding individuals level of functioning, treatment plans and progress;

　　Makes referrals to their disciplines for further individual assessment;

　　Prepares and maintains reports of individuals diagnosis, treatment and progress;

　　Maintains and orders supplies and equipment;

　　Participates in rehabilitation therapy staff meetings to discuss clinical and administrative issues;

　　May maintain liaison with local and state agencies for continuance of habilitation/rehabilitation therapy upon individual discharge;

　　May make home visits;

　　May participate in ad hoc committee meetings;

　　May represent rehabilitation therapy department by speaking to community groups;

　　May transport and escort individuals;

　　May supervise and instruct staff and intern therapists in new techniques and implementation of therapeutic procedures;

　　May act for Rehabilitation Therapy Supervisor 2 in their absence;

　　May supervise therapists and review their reports;

　　May meet with other discipline heads and/or department heads to coordinate specific therapy programs with other programs in facility;

　　May make adaptive equipment;

　　May serve as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;

　　Performs related duties as required.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

　　Considerable knowledge of

　　principles and practices of a designated therapeutic discipline;

　　physical, intellectual and/or psychosocial disorders;

　　Knowledge of

　　community services;

　　individual and group dynamics;

　　Considerable

　　interpersonal skills;

　　oral and written communication skills;

　　Skill in instructing and supervising in practice of specific therapeutic disciplines;

　　Ability to plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic programs.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

　　Six (6) years of professional experience in a recognized professional therapeutic discipline providing program evaluation, planning and application for individuals with an intellectual disability and/or physical disabilities.

　　NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted as one (1) year of experience at the level of Rehabilitation Therapist 2 or its equivalent.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

　　College training in a recognized therapeutic discipline such as art, dance, horticulture, music, recreation or other related therapeutic discipline may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience facilitating rehabilitation therapy and co-occurring treatment.

　　Experience with rehabilitation assessment and evaluation.

　　SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a certificate in life saving (CPR, First Aid) from the American Red Cross.

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury and to moderately disagreeable conditions while providing treatment to individuals.

　　Conclusion

　　AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

　　ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

　　As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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