OT/PT Supervisor - Early Intervention

About the role

The Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking an OT/PT Supervisor to plan, direct, and monitor provision of Early Intervention Occupational and Physical therapy services to individuals eligible for Cuyahoga DD services.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the activities and work practices of OT and PT staff serving the early intervention population.
• Monitor staff regarding adherence to policies and procedures for therapy provision, clinical practice and ethical standards.
• Hire, train and further professionally develop OT/PT therapy and lending library staff.
• Review treatment plans, objectives and recommendations and adherence to work expectations.
• Provide or coordinate in-service opportunities to advance professional growth of department staff.
• Cookordinate with EITS Management on development of departmental guidelines and procedures.
• Review therapy-related Family Supports and Support Administrator requests and provide guidance and direction as needed.
• Provide consultation related to OT/PT services and recommendations to agency and provider staff as well as individuals and families as needed.
• Participate in department work efforts related to agency committees, such as Home and Vehicle Modification review committees, and strategic and other initiatives as assigned or as a back-up.
• Schedule and oversee combined OT/PT Departmental meetings.
• Cookordinate meeting agenda with both EI and Adult Therapy Managers, including vendor and other presentations.
• Cookordinate shadowing and internships for OT/PT students with OT/PT staff in collaboration with both EI and Adult Therapy Managers between local colleges and universities with Cuyahoga DD as outlined in contractual agreements.
• Prepare and manage OT and PT Department budget with support from direct supervisor and department director.
• Establish and maintain relationships with equipment vendors and community agencies related to OT/PT services.
• Ensure OT/PT practice and documentation complies with applicable state and federal rules and regulations, including the OT/PT Practice Act.

Requirements

• Licence in Occupational or Physical Therapy in the state of Ohio.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Physical Therapy is required, however, Master's degree or greater preferred.
• Training in neuromotor and sensorimotor dysfunction and appropriate treatment techniques.
• At least three years clinical experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and 2 years of supervisory experience required.
• Valid state of Ohio driver's license and continued maintenance of excellent driving record.

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Intervention setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and their management.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Fantastic benefits including over 40 paid days off a year, flexible work schedule, low-cost major medical insurance, free dental, vision, life, and temporary disability insurance, professional development reimbursement, membership dues reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, and more. Additionally, the Cuyahoga County Board of DD offers a great government pension through Ohio PERS, tuition reimbursement, and annual pay increases.

Pay

The salary range listed in the header of this job posting is the full range for all current positions in Non-Bargaining Pay Schedule E. New hires will be offered a starting salary that is based on many factors including the breadth and depth of the knowledge, skills, education and experiences brought by the candidate and in accordance with Cuyahoga DD Compensation Policy.

Schedule

The position is based at the Cuyahoga County Board of DD's Highland Hills, Ohio location. Supervisors are expected to be able to commute to our facilities in Cuyahoga County, Ohio on a regular basis. Travel between our four locations in Parma, Cleveland, and Highland Hills, Ohio is required.

Supervisory Duties

Direct supervision and evaluation of the Early Intervention Occupational and Physical Therapists.

Unusual Working Conditions

May necessitate working beyond or outside of typical business hours, including evenings and weekends.

Unusual Requirements

Access to reliable transportation.

Pay Details

The salary range listed in the header of this job posting is the full range for all current positions in Non-Bargaining Pay Schedule E. It is important to understand that the range shown is not the range for a newly hired OT/PT Supervisor. New hires will be offered a starting salary that is based on many factors including the breadth and depth of the knowledge, skills, education and experiences brought by the candidate and in accordance with Cuyahoga DD Compensation Policy.

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