Job Posting: Dance Therapist Department of State Hospitals JC-501563 - Dance Therapist
REHABILITATION THERAPIST, STATE FACILITIES (DANCE-SAFETY) $8,010.00 - $9,433.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Job Description and Duties
Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least (1) one Permanent, Full-time appointment to the Rehabilitation Therapist - Dance classification. The DanceTherapist works under the administrative supervision of the Program Assistant and under the general lead and clinical direction of the Chief, Rehabilitation Therapy Service.
The successful candidate must possess and demonstrate:
• knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature of Rehabilitation Therapy services, especially those relating to mental, physical, developmental, and/or geriatric disabilities, • knowledge of the process of restoration, maintenance and development of capabilities, • knowledge of the principles of mental health education, • the scope and activities of private and public health and welfare agencies, • characteristics of mental, emotional, physical, and developmental disorders, • current trends in mental health, public health and public welfare, • federal and state programs in these fields, • ability to utilize and effectively apply required knowledge, • ability to establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of persons contacted in the workplace, • ability to secure accurate clinical data and record such data systematically, • ability to compose clear, accurate and concise reports, • ability to interpret statistical data, • ability to analyze situations accurately and take effective action, • ability to communicate effectively.
Additional Requirements
In addition to meeting the above recruitment criteria, Dance Therapists must possess a Master's Degree in Dance Therapy or be registered with the American Dance Therapy Association or be eligible for such registration. Applicants must attach proof of certification or eligibility for certification to the employment application in order to be considered for a hiring interview.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the minimum qualifications, please visit the link to take the exam: Rehabilitation Therapist - Dance (Safety) Exam Link
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. All applicants may be pre-screened for breadth and depth of experience. Only the most qualified applicants may be interviewed based on screening criteria. For this reason, it is especially important that applicants take special care in thoroughly and accurately completing the application.
Working Conditions
Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital and was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-501563 Position #(s): 502-000-8422-XXX Working Title: Dance Therapist Classification: REHABILITATION THERAPIST, STATE FACILITIES (DANCE-SAFETY) $8,010.00 - $9,433.00 U New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Bernardino County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Department of State Hospitals - Patton Department Information DSH - Patton 3102 E. Highland Avenue Patton, CA 92369 http://www.dsh.ca.gov Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Patton Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.
Application Packages may be submitted by mail or in person to:
Department of State Hospitals Department of State Hospitals - Patton Attn: HR-Employment Unit 3102 East Highland Avenue Patton, CA 92369
HR is closed on weekends and holidays 07:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. • All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Benefits
Please review the Benefits Summary that may also be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find information on the benefits afforded by membership in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act, and salary ranges and a summary of the Rehabilitation Therapist classification.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Patton Human Resources Contact: HR Employment Unit (909) 742-5550
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Departments EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Rachel Guerrero (909) 742-5243 rachel.guerrero@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)
TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.