$47.33-$57.50 Hourly / $8,203.00-$9,967.00 Monthly / $98,436.00-$119,600.00 Yearly
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 9, the duties specified below are representative of the duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
1. Develops, implements and coordinates treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor.
2. Plans and participates in group and individual activities.
3. Adapts treatment, environment, tools, materials, and activities according to patient individual needs.
4. Assists with data collection and evaluation patient functional skills in self care, productive and leisure activities.
5. Maintains treatment areas, equipment and supplies.
6. Maintains records and documentation.
7. Supervises health workers and volunteers.
8. Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of occupational and/or recreational therapy principles, practices and techniques; group dynamics; mental and emotional disabilities and diseases; health and safety standards; standard assessment tools and methods.
Ability to: apply or utilize occupational and/or recreational therapy principles, practices and techniques; use group dynamics; implement appropriate treatment plans; communicate effectively orally and in writing; work with others; use standard assessment tools and methods.
Experience: Six months experience as a therapy assistant working with mentally ill patients.
Training: Baccalaureate degree in occupational, recreational, art or music therapy or a related degree from an accredited college.
Certificate: An occupational therapy assistant certificate from an accredited college may be substituted for the required education.