Physical and Occupational Therapy Supervisor - Continuous

Under general direction, plans, schedules, reviews, supervises, and participates in the work of staff responsible for providing occupational and physical therapy treatments for eligible patients in for a medical unit/program of the Department of Public Health; manages the daily operation of the therapy unit; acts as liaison between state programs and other applicable agencies and programs; provides complex staff assistance to management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from assigned management personnel. Exercises supervision over clinical, technical, administrative, and support staff.

The job functions listed below are not inclusive or exclusive and are intended only as illustrations or examples of the various types of work that may be performed in various divisions/departments. Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.

• Acts as the clinical consultant to medical therapy staff; plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff of the California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit (MTU) of the Department of Public Health; plans, coordinates, schedules, and supervises the daily operations and activities of assigned unit; ensures optimal service delivery and operational support.
• Trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
• Manages durable medical equipment for client, including assessing, delivering, and authorizing; evaluates and orders appropriate mobility equipment and orthotic devices as prescribed.
• Coordinates assigned services, operations, and activities with those of other divisions and outside public and private agencies and programs; schedules and administers evaluations for equipment needs.
• Manages the MTU within the mandates of the State of California; ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and protocols.
• Provides oversight for electronic medical records and documentation of patient's response to treatment, progress, and reports any changes to doctor.
• Participates in annual budget preparation; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures.
• Reviews and submits billing information for public and private insurance providers.
• Oversees and administers tests such as motor function and range of motion evaluations and perceptual screenings; developers, coordinates, teaches, and supervises functional exercises and activities to provide corrective therapy.
• Instructs clients, family and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and equipment needs; carries out physician instructions and administers various types of therapy.
• Monitors activities of the work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
• Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures for assigned operations.
• Represents the County in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers, and the public.
• Maintains records and prepares written reports as required; completes quality improvement audits and provides feedback; assists in the maintenance of program clerical administration, equipment, and supplies.
• Attends appropriate and related clinics, meetings, and conferences to discuss patient status and as requested.
• Administers treatment programs; ensures work is completed on time and consistent with the work quality standards and all requirements.
• Ensures staff observe and comply with all County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of pediatric occupational or physical therapy.
• Growth and development of children.
• Treatments of neurological and orthopedic impairments of children.
• Setting goals and treatment plans for patients.
• Durable medical equipment.
• Available community organizations and resources.
• Basic principles and practices of budget administration and monitoring.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• Social determinants of health.
• Impacts of socioeconomic and cultural differences in public health.
• Principles of health equity as it applies to public health policy, planning, and practice.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Understand the functions and operations of the California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit and related operations.
• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
• Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Perform the most complex work of staff responsible for providing occupational and physical therapy treatments.
• Plan, organize, and conduct therapy treatment programs.
• Understand and interpret physician's orders and develop individualized therapy treatment plans.
• Explain and interpret goals, objectives and methods to patients, caregivers, and family members.
• Exercise appropriate independent judgment and monitor quality of own practice.
• Demonstrate strong professional ethics.
• Collaborate with other professional staff to secure continuity in the treatment and training of patients.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in occupational therapy, physical therapy, kinesiology, or a closely related field and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist with Madera County.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession and maintenance of a valid license to practice as a Registered Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in the State of California.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, and maintain a valid CPR certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an appropriate California driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in office and clinic settings, treat patients, and use varied medical and office tools and equipment, including a computer; vision to evaluate patients and read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and assistance from other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Employees work in an office and clinic environment with moderate noise levels and variable temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Employees must be willing to travel to different sites and locations and to work non-traditional hours.

The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.

Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered by a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application.

Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, applicants may be scheduled for one or more of the assessments listed below. Of those passing the initial assessment, only the top 15 will move forward to the appraisal panel. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section. If only one assessment is conducted, the weight for that assessment will be 100%.

THE APPRAISAL PANEL (100%) IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2025.

To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website All job postings are also included via the TDD phone at ... and the 24-hour job line at .... Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded), licenses and certificates to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

Those applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.

Placement on Eligible List:

The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes.

Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission.