STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Occupational Therapist (40 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment #241210-5971FP-001

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Introduction


Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults with mental health challenges? 
If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you!

The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join the Young Adult Services Division at Capitol Region Mental Health Center. This role is your chance to combine your expertise with a compassionate approach, working to empower clients in their journey toward independence and well-being.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: 
  • FACILITY: Capitol Region Mental Health Center (CRMHC)
  • DIVISION: Young Adult Services
  • LOCATION: Hartford, CT
  • SCHEDULE: Full-time (40 hours weekly), Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • POSITION NUMBERS: 99906
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    ABOUT CRMHC YOUNG ADULT SERVICES:
    The Young Adult Services (YAS) Division offers voluntary, intensive treatment and support for individuals aged 18-25 with significant mental health needs. Many participants are transitioning from the DCF system and have experienced complex trauma or psychiatric challenges.

    Using a multidisciplinary team approach, YAS provides age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care focused on recovery and fostering independence. Services include community-based psychiatric care, assertive outreach, and evidence-based treatments such as Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Treatment, and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT).

    The program emphasizes collaboration with clients, families, and communities to develop recovery-oriented plans that build stability, skills, and resilience.

    DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
    • Deliver comprehensive support across clinical, social, recreational, employment, housing, and educational services
    • Provide licensed occupational therapy (OT) services in diverse settings, including client homes, residential programs, and facilities
    • Conduct evaluations and implement OT interventions tailed to individual client needs
    • Work in a collaborative and community-focused environment to promote client well-being and independence
    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-sufficiency in those we serve.

    MORE ABOUT THE FACILITY:
    CRMHC is a community based mental health center serving Hartford, West Hartford, Farmington, Avon, Canton and Simsbury providing individuals with behavioral health services.  CRMHC collaborates with the greater Hartford DMHAS-Funded mental health programs comprising 15 non-profit agencies located in Hartford and West Hartford.  These agencies work together to provide a comprehensive array of behavioral health services to adults with serious psychiatric disabilities as well as co-occurring psychiatric illness and substance use. 

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    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, 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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
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    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state facility this class is accountable for providing professional occupational therapy services.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    CLINICAL:

    • Selects, plans, administers and implements occupational therapy programs for training of individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability;
    • Administers individual and group instructions to individuals in various occupational therapies including but not limited to activities of daily living, independent living skills, sensorimotor skills and performance components, psychosocial skill and performance components, therapeutic adaptations and specialized assessments;
    • Determines and carries out treatment and activities for individuals consistent with physician prescription;
    • Assesses individuals educational needs;
    • Organizes new projects and methods;
    • Serves as a member of the treatment team;
    • Consults with supervisor, physicians and other professionals regarding individual reactions, progress and treatment plans;
    • Recommends changes in individuals treatment;
    • Participates in training programs for professional and paraprofessional staff and students/interns gaining clinical experience;
    • Attends and participates in workshops and conferences;
    • Instructs and demonstrates to individuals and parents treatments to be carried on in a treatment center and at home;
    • Makes adaptive equipment;
    • Maintains records and prepares reports on individuals care and administrative matters;
    • Coordinates occupational therapy services with other disciplines such as physical, speech and rehabilitative therapies;
    • Orders, requisitions and distributes supplies and materials;
    • Coordinates efforts of volunteers;
    • May escort individuals on trips into community;
    • May perform duties in individuals home or community settings;
    • May act as supervisor in their absence; 
    • May act as a consultant, advisor or resource person to other staff, programs or units;
    • May attend conferences, individuals study meetings and clinics;
    • May maintain inventory;
    • May serve as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP);
    • Performs related duties as required.
    CONSULTING:
    • Provides consultative services to public and private agencies in an assigned region of state or on a statewide basis with emphasis on pediatrics;
    • Instructs professionals, paraprofessionals, individuals and family members in appropriate way to carry out therapeutic program and encourages self-care at home;
    • Develops, supervises and operates therapeutic clinics or programs in an assigned area of state;
    • Assists in development of educational materials and procedural manuals;
    • Assists in evaluation of services and procedures being purchased by state or being rendered by state run facilities;
    • Prepares and presents educational material for in-service training programs;
    • Assists in recruitment and orientation of professional staff;
    • Prepares growth and development tests;
    • Assists in planning and participates in special research studies;
    • Prepares reports of activities and maintains individuals records;
    • May provide direct service to individuals;
    • Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    CLINICAL:

    • Considerable knowledge of
      • principles and practices of occupational therapy;
      • anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, neurology, neuroanatomy and individual and group dynamics as applied to occupational therapy;
      • adaptive equipment and its proper application;
    • Considerable
      • interpersonal skills;
      • oral and written communication skills;
    • Skill in application of occupational therapy techniques;
    • Ability to
      • gain interest, cooperation and confidence of individuals;
      • utilize computer software.
    CONSULTING:

    • Considerable knowledge of
      • principles and practices of occupational therapy with emphasis on pediatrics;
      • adaptive equipment and its proper application;
    • Knowledge of
      • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
      • concepts and practices of public health;
    • Considerable
      • interpersonal skills;
      • oral and written communication skills;
    • Ability to utilize computer software.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain licensure as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Connecticut State Department of Public Health in accordance with the applicable Connecticut General Statutes.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience in providing Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluations for clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
    • Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team on an outpatient psychiatric unit.
    • Experience facilitating groups and supervising certified occupational therapy assistants.
    • Experience working collaboratively with an OT supervisor to develop and carry out strategic OT service objectives

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of American Sign Language in certain designated positions.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Incumbents in this class may be exposed to 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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