Willmar, MN, 56201, USA
1 day ago
Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Senior
**Job Class: Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Senior** **Agency: Human Services Dept** This position has been extended. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply. + **Job ID** : 83189 + **Location** : Willmar + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/23/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/18/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs + **Division/Unit** : Mental Health&SubsAbuseTrtSvcs / MSHS Willmar Clinical + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 7:30am - 4:00pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes, occasional to transport clients + **Salary Range:** + **Occupational Therapist Senior:** $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually + **Occupational Therapist:** $30.80-$45.47 / hourly; $64,310 $94,941 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Minnesota Specialty Health System (MSHS) is seeking a talented, mission driven, person-centered Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy service delivery for patients treated in these facilities. Willmar provides rehabilitation and supportive residential services for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Our goal is to improve psychiatric stability, personal and emotional adjustment, self-sufficiency, and independent living skills. Responsibilities may include: **·** **Evaluate the functional abilities and occupational participation of patients using a variety of standardized and non-standardized tests.** **·** **Plans and implements occupational therapy interventions based on the assessment, evaluation, client goals, current best practice, and clinical reasoning.** **·** **Documentation of all occupational therapy services provided is completed per policy & procedure.** **·** **Provide clinical supervision to occupational therapy assistants and/or level I and II fieldwork students.** _This position is being announced at both the Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapist Senior levels. The final classification will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate._ **Minimum Qualifications** To qualify, applicants must be licensed to practice occupational therapy in the state of Minnesota; OR be currently licensed to practice occupational therapy in another state and must obtain licensure in Minnesota prior to appointment. In addition, applicants must meet the requirements for a Mental Health Practitioner as defined in MN Statute 245I.04, subdivision 4 (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/245I.04#stat.245I.04.2) and must satisfy one of the following combinations of education and experience: and must satisfy one of the following combinations of education and experience: **Occupational Therapist:** + Have bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program; **Occupational Therapist Senior:** + Have a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program; AND + At least 18 months of professional, post-licensure occupational therapy experience OR + Have Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program; + At least 6 months of professional, post-licensure occupational therapy experience **Preferred Qualifications** Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. **Additional Requirements** To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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