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The Oregon State Hospital (OSH), a division of theOregon Health Authority,has a fantastic opportunity for aDirector of Creative ArtsandRecreationTherapy (C.A.R.T.)to join an excellent teamworking within the Treatment Services Department at Oregon State Hospital. This department includes the following programs:Creative Arts and Recreation Therapy,Treatment Mall, Occupational and Physical Therapy, Spiritual Care,Vocational Rehabilitation, Educational and Peer Recovery Services.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide clinical supervision and oversight to approximately 29full-timeemployees, which include licensed and certified Art Therapists, Music Therapists, and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists as well as an Associate Director of Creative Arts and Recreation Therapyworking in the Treatment Services Department. These programs provide services forapproximately 700patients on 2 campuses (Salem and Junction City).This position manages and clinically supervises the Salem team and clinically supervises the Junction City team. This position is based in Salem with in-person visits to the Junction City campus a few times a month.

This position works closely with clinical program managers that provide clinical oversight to specific disciplines including occupational and physical therapists, activity coordinators, vocation and education services, spiritual services, native services, peer services, and treatment mall administrators. As a clinical supervisor to these staff, this position must be held by a person withcertification and licensure in either art, music, or recreation therapy.

What will you do!

Collaborate with staff toestablishand maintain C.A.R.T. services that are congruent with the OSH mission and vision, policies, department guidelines, regulatory standards, and clinical standards of practice.

Develop monitoring systems to ensure accountability with:

• Art Therapy Credentialing Board (ATCB) and American Art Therapy Association

• Certification Board for Music Therapy (CBMT) and American Music Therapy Association

• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) and American Therapeutic Recreation Association

• C.A.R.T. standards and licensing boards regulatory and discipline standards of practice to ensurehighqualityservices

Focus on collaboration of treatment services with other treatment providersto:

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, program development and problem solving with licensed bachelors, and masters Art Therapists,Music Therapists or Recreation Therapists in group meetings, individually and as requested.

• Provide clinical supervision, continuing education, and program development support.

• Supervise clinical practice of C.A.R.T. licensees and/or licensees to promote continued knowledge of legislative, political, social, cultural, societal and reimbursement issues that affect clients and the practice of C.A.R.T.

• Participate in Treatment Services leadership team to plan, implement and evaluate C.A.R.T programs, policies, and standards. Disseminateappropriate leadershipteam information to subordinate staff.

Staff development:

• Recruit qualified candidates when filling vacant positions andparticipatein the selection process of individuals seeking employment and promotion.

• Provide regular feedback with objective assessment of performancein accordance withthe position description, Treatment Services, and clinical profession standards.

• Review employee grievancesin accordance withOSH procedure.

• Review professional development plans with staff andidentifylearning and training needs. Support attendance at OSH and outside training opportunities that support these needs.

• Ensure that all staff assigned to be supervised have received orientation and are able todemonstratebasic skills, knowledge andcompetenciesrelated to their assigned positions.

The Director of C.A.R.T. will also be engaged in clinical treatment as needed during practice and evaluation of staff performance. Position mayencounteradverse physical and environmental conditions when in direct care areas. Security concerns include contact with dangerous, potentially violent individuals.

This position requires knowledge of standards and regulations related to active treatment that include the Joint Commission standards, Medicare and Medicaid Services regulations, and Oregon Administrative Regulations as applicable.

Joint Commission standards-CAMBACH: CTS.03.01.09, CTS.02.02.03, CTS03.01.01, CTS.04.03.01-.25. CAMH: PC.02.01.03, PC.02.02.01, PC.02.03.01, PI.01.01.01, PI.02.01.01, PI.03.01.01.

Oregon State Hospital Quality Councildeficiencies standard identifier P1.01.01.01 EP14 (hospital collects data on patientperceptionof the safety and quality of care, treatment, or services) and PC.02.02.01 EP3 (hospital coordinates the patients care, treatment, and services)

Medicare and Medicaid Services standards-482.61(c)(1)(iii)

Oregon Revised Statue standardson EBP-182.515, 182.525

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Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in supervision, staff-technical, or professional-level workrelated to rehabilitation therapies or related field.

Two years of this experience must have included supervision and management of a program, section, or unit which included: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation.

One of the following:

Master's degree in Art TherapyAND certification with the Art Therapy Certification Board(ATR-BC)AND Oregon Art Therapy license OR

Master's degreein Music TherapyAND Certification with the Certification Board for Music Therapists(MT-BC)AND current Oregon Music Therapy license OR

Master'sdegreein Therapeutic Recreation AND certification with National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification(CTRS)ANDQualified Mental Health Practitioner (QMHP).

*Must have a valid Oregon Driver's License

Desired Attributes

• Experience and ability to direct and manage services for persons at OSH.

• Experience and ability in managing a budget.

• Experience and ability working in a large organizational structure managing system demands related to CMS andTJC approved and funded service delivery.

• Culturally responsive and strong clinical leadership skills.

• Experience and ability to pivot direction and manage crisis situations as they arise.

• Knowledge and understanding about CMS and Joint Commission standards as they relate to creative arts and recreation therapy.

• Must be able to adapt work hours or workadditionalshifts when necessary to complete work tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity toshowcaseyour skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in thefollowing:

Submission Requirements:

• Resume- Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.

• Cover Letter (Optional)- A cover letter isrequired.

• Supplemental Questions- Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.

• Final Check!- Beforesubmitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis todeterminesalary placement upon hire. Visit theEqual Pay Analysis Webpagefor more information.

How to Apply:

• External Candidates:Visit theState of Oregon job opportunities webpageor click the "Apply" tab above tosubmityour application,following all submission requirements.

• Internal Candidates:Current State of Oregon employees must apply through theiremployeeWorkdaylogin,following all submission requirements.

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• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under "My Applications" prior to the application deadline.

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Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions forsubmitting your Veterans' Preference documentation.

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment;promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

Ifyou'redriven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, theOregon Health Authorityis the place for you.We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent, low-costmedical, vision, and dentalcoverage for you and your family.

• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.

• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 10 hours/month.

• Potential eligibility for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Retirement security throughPublic Employees Retirement System(PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan(OPSRP).

• Training and development opportunitiestogrow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for1,full timemanagement services position, as aClinical Rehabilitation Manager 2based in Salem, Oregon.

• This is an on-site position. "Review Section 4: Working Conditions" in the position description (linked above) for more information.

• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and drug screen meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see theClassification and Compensationpage.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth,attendanceor graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.

• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you willbe requiredto complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will useE-Verifyto verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.

• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources-including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools-are notpermittedduring assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact Information

Recruiter: Melissa Perez
Email:melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov
Phone (text friendly):(503) 949-3078

Accommodation Requests (ADA):OHA provides reasonable accommodation under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position orparticipatein the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

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