Job Summary

*This recruitment is to build the eligibility list for a future limited-term position* Under the direction of the Director of Pupil Services, plan and provide occupational therapy services to eligible individuals; prepare related evaluations and reports; maintain related records. Interested applicants MUST submit the School Occupational Therapist - Supplemental Questionnaire with the submitted application.

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Requirements / Qualifications

The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for permanent, full-time employees:

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually
• Professional growth opportunities
• CalPERS

Open/Promotional Examinations: Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the "Open" eligibility list.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Education/Licenses/Experience: Any combination equivalent to sufficient education, experience, and/or training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed within the linked job description. Typically, this would be gained through: Graduation from an occupational therapy program and two years experience working in occupational therapy or a related field. Licenses and other requirements:

• Answers to Supplemental Questions
• Certificate Copy (Valid Registered Occupational Therapist Certificate issued by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy)
• Driver's License Copy

The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for permanent, full-time employees:

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually
• Professional growth opportunities
• CalPERS

Open/Promotional Examinations: Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the "Open" eligibility list.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Education/Licenses/Experience: Any combination equivalent to sufficient education, experience, and/or training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed within the linked job description. Typically, this would be gained through: Graduation from an occupational therapy program and two years experience working in occupational therapy or a related field. Licenses and other requirements:

• Answers to Supplemental Questions
• Certificate Copy (Valid Registered Occupational Therapist Certificate issued by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy)
• Driver's License Copy

Comments and Other Information

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ! The eligibility list resulting from this dual certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Applicants may apply online via edjoin.org , or submit a paper employment application, which may be downloaded from our website at www.pleasantvalleysd.org . Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).

Examination Information: Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:

• Application Screening: Qualifying
• Supplemental Questionnaire: Pass/Fail
• Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%

EMPLOYMENT & SELECTION PROCEDURE
All permanent classified positions are filled from eligibility lists which are created through the examination process. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list. When a vacancy occurs, applicants in the top three available ranks from the appropriate list shall be scheduled for an interview. Applicants not selected shall remain on the eligibility list until they decline three job interviews, ask to be removed from the list, are hired, or until the list expires. List of viable candidates are retained for one year, unless the list is exhausted prior to the expiration date. Valid lists contain the names of candidates ready, willing, and able to accept employment, if offered.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.
Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information; and, from employing a person who has been convicted of a violent or serious felony, as defined. Prospective employees are responsible for paying their own fingerprinting fees.
Probationary Period: Successful completion of a 130-day or six-month (250 days or one year for management) probationary period is required before appointment to permanent status.
Health Benefits Eligibility Requirements: An employee is required to work at least 826 or more regular working hours from July 1 through June 30 in order to receive an employer contribution towards health benefits. Benefits begin the first of the month following your appointment date. Full time employees that receive the full district contribution must enroll in a medical plan.
Pre-placement Examination: All persons selected must pass a tuberculosis test and, for some jobs, must pass a preplacement medical examination given by a district appointed physician.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The Pleasant Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental impairment, medical condition, age, genetics, or any other unlawful consideration in its employment practices.

Comments and Other Information

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ! The eligibility list resulting from this dual certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Applicants may apply online via edjoin.org , or submit a paper employment application, which may be downloaded from our website at www.pleasantvalleysd.org . Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).

Examination Information: Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:

• Application Screening: Qualifying
• Supplemental Questionnaire: Pass/Fail
• Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%

EMPLOYMENT & SELECTION PROCEDURE
All permanent classified positions are filled from eligibility lists which are created through the examination process. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list. When a vacancy occurs, applicants in the top three available ranks from the appropriate list shall be scheduled for an interview. Applicants not selected shall remain on the eligibility list until they decline three job interviews, ask to be removed from the list, are hired, or until the list expires. List of viable candidates are retained for one year, unless the list is exhausted prior to the expiration date. Valid lists contain the names of candidates ready, willing, and able to accept employment, if offered.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.
Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information; and, from employing a person who has been convicted of a violent or serious felony, as defined. Prospective employees are responsible for paying their own fingerprinting fees.
Probationary Period: Successful completion of a 130-day or six-month (250 days or one year for management) probationary period is required before appointment to permanent status.
Health Benefits Eligibility Requirements: An employee is required to work at least 826 or more regular working hours from July 1 through June 30 in order to receive an employer contribution towards health benefits. Benefits begin the first of the month following your appointment date. Full time employees that receive the full district contribution must enroll in a medical plan.
Pre-placement Examination: All persons selected must pass a tuberculosis test and, for some jobs, must pass a preplacement medical examination given by a district appointed physician.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The Pleasant Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental impairment, medical condition, age, genetics, or any other unlawful consideration in its employment practices.