JC-496079 MOBILITY EVALUATION SPECIALIST

This posting states its location as Los Angeles County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

This position is located in the city of Bell.

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) seeks a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to serve as a Mobility Evaluation Specialist within the Mobility Evaluation Program (MEP), Limited Term Position. Under the direct supervision of the MEP Program Administrator, the incumbent will provide advanced occupational therapy evaluations and interventions consistent with professional standards established by the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (CDRS), and the Association of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED).
The Mobility Evaluation Specialist will perform comprehensive clinical assessments of consumers’ physical, visual, cognitive, and functional abilities to determine appropriate adaptive driving solutions and vehicle modifications that ensure safety and independent operation. The specialist will collaborate extensively with the Mobility Evaluation Team, communicating evaluation findings, participating in behind-the-wheel assessments, assisting with adaptive equipment fittings, and verifying that prescribed modifications meet established safety and functional standards. Responsibilities also include adjusting seating and adaptive equipment for optimal control, promoting community reintegration and consumer independence, and preparing the Occupational Therapy section of the Comprehensive Driver Evaluation Report.
Applicants must possess current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in California and demonstrate experience recommending and implementing adaptive equipment, seating accommodations, and vehicle modifications. Certification as a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) and prior experience within driver rehabilitation programs are highly desirable.

Limited Term Positions:
This is a 12-month limited term position that may be extended and/or may become permanent pending budget approval.
The hours of the position are flexible; incumbent may work anywhere from 8 to 30 hours per week, depending on incumbent and Department agreement.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• If mailing in an application, include JC#496079 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template
• Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job
• Employment Application (STD.678):
• It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience
• Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application
• Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered
• Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and responses to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) questions
• The Department of Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce
• • Licensure: Must be a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in the State of California.• Professional Registration: Must be registered with, or eligible for registration with, the National Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working with a broad range of physical disabilities
• This experience must include interpreting visual/perceptual tests and functional assessments applicable to driving tasks.• Clinical Expertise: The experience and qualifications must demonstrate advanced clinical expertise reflecting the complexity of the Mobility Evaluation Specialist (MES) role, exceeding entry-level OT requirements in California state service• Valid driver's license.• Ability to participate in behind-the-wheel evaluations.• Knowledge of adaptive driving equipment, vehicle modifications, and seating accommodations.• Familiarity with professional and regulatory standards (AOTA, CDRS, and The Association for Driver Education Specialist (ADED))

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for State of California Department of Rehabilitation is Martin Rivera.

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