Reference #: 4729859 THE POSITION Are you looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic treatment team that provides an atmosphere of trust, hope, and dignity for rehabilitating residents? The Department of Human Services, Norristown Sate Hospital, is seeking a motivated Licensed Occupational Therapist. If you want to work with professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care that addresses mental health, physical health, and psychosocial needs, we want to talk to you!nnDESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Licensed Occupational Therapist, you will design, implement, and evaluate occupational treatment therapies for residents. In this hands-on role, you will determine program needs that will help develop functional skills or strengthen existing skills in patients. Excellent communication and patient rapport are required to sustain interest in activities that improve adaptive skills and to evaluate progress changes to ensure goals are achieved at the highest functional level. You will conduct group and individualized programs, participate as a team member in multidisciplinary meetings, and maintain orthotic devices and adaptive equipment as recommended.nnInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.nnWork 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. Free parking! 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYnnQUALIFICATIONS Special Requirements:nnThis position requires possession of a license to practice occupational therapy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure.nnOther Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.nnLegal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. 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). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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.nnVeterans:nnPennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at Relay Service (TRS):nn711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).nnIf 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 i terview date. EXAMINATION INFORMATIONnnCompleting 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.nnThe 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.