STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION |
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Salary Group B17 |
Class No. 4362 |
REGISTERED
THERAPIST I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs routine (journey-level) habilitation
or rehabilitation therapy work. Work involves instructing clients in
therapeutic rehabilitation activities. May train others. Works under moderate
supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Renders therapeutic treatments.
Instructs clients in various rehabilitation
therapy techniques, including occupational, physical, speech and hearing,
music, recreation, or education therapies.
Assigns therapeutic activities to clients and
reports reactions.
Prepares reports on clients' progress in
treatment, physical changes, and emotional reactions.
Develops assessment tools and techniques, and
conducts assessments.
Promotes and plans recreational activities and
environmental safety and comfort measures.
May train others.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Experience in therapeutic rehabilitation
work. Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major
course work in one of the recognized therapeutic activities is generally
preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of therapy principles and
techniques.
Skill in the use of rehabilitation and
orthopedic equipment, materials, and tools; and in the repair of rehabilitation
therapy equipment.
Ability to plan therapy programs, to develop
and conduct assessments, to communicate effectively, and to train others.
Registration, Certification, or
Licensure
Must be a Licensed Therapist in one of the
therapy specialties.
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State Auditor’s Office |
Revised 9-1-09 |