Rehabilitation Therapists

Rehabilitation Therapists - Department of State Hospitals

***Multiple Locations Available***

Salary: $7,587.00 - $8,935.00 per Month

Join the Department of State Hospitals: Transform Lives as a Rehabilitation Therapist in a Supportive and Impactful Environment

Are you passionate about using your specialized skills to make a real difference in the lives of others? The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is looking for dedicated Rehabilitation Therapists in various specialties—Art Therapy, Dance Therapy, Music Therapy, Recreational Therapy, and Occupational Therapy—to join our dynamic team. Here, you’ll find more than just a job; you’ll find a career where your expertise helps patients achieve their goals and supports the well-being of the entire State of California.

Why Choose DSH?

At DSH, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We’ve cultivated an employee-friendly environment that prioritizes support, camaraderie, and professional growth. When you join our team, you’re not just stepping into a role—you’re becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and the shared goal of improving patient outcomes. Together, we’re making a tangible difference every day.

Position Overview:

As a Rehabilitation Therapist at DSH, you’ll work under the clinical supervision of the Supervising Rehabilitation Therapist and the administrative guidance of the Program Assistant in the Rehabilitation Services Department. Your role will be pivotal in conducting and preparing written Rehabilitation Therapy Assessments, participating in Treatment Plan meetings, documenting patient progress, and organizing rehabilitation therapy and leisure skill groups. Your contributions will help patients on their journey toward community reintegration, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Documentation: Conduct comprehensive Rehabilitation Therapy Assessments and provide detailed documentation on patient progress related to their rehabilitation therapy program.
• Treatment Planning: Actively participate in Treatment Plan meetings, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to tailor therapeutic interventions to each patient’s unique needs.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Use your specialized skills to organize, plan, and conduct rehabilitation therapy and leisure skill groups that foster physical, emotional, and cognitive development.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

General Requirements for All Therapists:

• Completion of an approved clinical internship in the appropriate rehabilitation specialty at an approved hospital or rehabilitation center.
• OR Two years' full-time paid experience in a clinical, residential, or community-based setting after receiving the required degree if the internship was not part of the academic program.

 

Specialized Requirements:

Art Therapy:

• Master's Degree in Art Therapy or Art with emphasis in Art Therapy.
• OR Registration or eligibility for registration with the American Art Therapy Association.

 

Dance Therapy:

• Master's Degree in Dance Therapy.
• OR Registration or eligibility for registration with the American Dance Therapy Association.

 

Music Therapy:

• Graduation from a recognized college with major work in Music Therapy.
• OR Registration or eligibility for registration with the American Music Therapy Association.

 

Occupational Therapy:

• Graduation from a recognized college with major work in Occupational Therapy.
• OR Certification as an Occupational Therapist registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association, or eligibility for such certification.

 

Recreational Therapy:

• Graduation from a recognized college with major work in Therapeutic Recreation.
• OR Certification as a registered recreator with a specialization in Therapeutic Recreation by the California Board of Park and Recreation personnel or the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligibility for such certification.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Expertise: In-depth knowledge of rehabilitation services, particularly for developmentally, mentally, or physically disordered offenders.
• Communication: Ability to establish rapport, maintain detailed clinical data, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.

• Resilience: Sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform duties under potentially stressful conditions.

Drug Testing Requirement: Applicants must pass a drug-screening test unless already in a designated sensitive class.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and caring environment where your contributions are valued.

Make a Difference with DSH:

At DSH, your work as a Rehabilitation Therapist will be more than just a job—it will be a mission to help those in need and contribute to a healthier, safer community. If you’re ready to use your skills to change lives and grow in a supportive, employee-focused environment, we invite you to apply today!

 

Application Process:

To learn more and to apply, please visit: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/JobSearchResults.aspx#kw=rehabilitation%20therapist&depid=190