Occupational Therapist

Muslim Missionary Society, Singapore, The; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Singapore is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess and train residents in their daily living skills, making a positive impact in the community. The ideal candidate has a recognized degree in Occupational Therapy and experience in clinical assessment. Join a supportive team to help enhance the quality of life for residents while working in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical & Leave Benefit

Training & Development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Recognized Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy, AHPC registration required.
• 2 - 5 years experience is advantageous.
• Meticulous, detailed in work, and able to handle deadlines and stress.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' functional capabilities and potential.
• Training residents in ADL skills.
• Evaluate accessibility and recommend modifications for independence.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Collaborative teamwork

Proficiency in electronic medical records

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Location: West Coast, Singapore

Job Type: Monday to Friday

Be a Vital Part of Our Support Team at Jamiyah Singapore.

Join Our Mission to serve the community, grounded in Islamic values and compassion.

Why Join Jamiyah Singapore?

• Purpose with Impact: Be part of a team that directly supports the community.
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture: Work in a multicultural environment where respect, teamwork, and support are core values.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assesses residents\' existing functional capabilities and future potential, determines range of upper limb movement, ability to transfer, balance, strength and coordination, endurance, ability to cope with the activities of daily living, cognitive perceptual functions, behavior and social skills.
• Training in the improvement of ADL skills.
• Exercises, hand/eye coordination and graded activities to improve strength and range of motion and increase dexterity in the upper limbs.
• Training in works simplification techniques.
• Prescription and fabrication of assisted/adaptive devices/splints to restore/increase function and train residents to use the devices.
• Cognitive and perceptual re-training using sensory stimulation techniques
• Evaluates the accessibility and the environmental barriers within the nursing home and the residents\' homes (for those who can be discharge) and recommends modification needs for the residents greater independence.

Requirements

• Recognized Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy, AHPC registration required.
• 2 - 5 years experience is advantageous.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and other healthcare technology.
• Meticulous, detailed in work and able to handle deadlines and stress.
• Be prepared to perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Leave Benefit.
• Supportive and conducive work environment.
• Training & Development opportunities.
• Unlimited opportunities to develop and harness your skills across multi-verticals.
• Being part of a noble organization with a strong heritage in community care.