Occupational Therapist (Development Support and Learning Support)

AWWA LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Singapore is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team of Allied Health Professionals. The role involves assessing client needs, developing individualized therapy programs, and collaborating with other professionals to maximize clients' independence and participation in community settings. Candidates should have a recognized degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Allied Health Professions Council.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professions Council in Singapore as a full registrant.
• Ability to work with clients aged 4-6 years in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify the individual needs of clients.
• Develop and implement individualized/group therapy programmes.
• Conduct workshops and training for stakeholders.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Evidence-based practices

Team collaboration

Education

Recognized Degree/Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to be a part of our dynamic trans‑disciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals which comprises Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist, Physiotherapist and (Associate)/Psychologist. The team provides a range of rehabilitative and intervention programs to support our client's ability to participate in the home and community.

The team provides a range of individual and/or group rehabilitative and consultative intervention programs in an educational setting, for clients age 4‑6 years. The team aspires to maximize the holistic learning and development of clients to enable their independence and active participation in the natural settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess and identify the individual needs of clients and formulate, develop and implement appropriate individualized/group therapy programmes
• Apply pediatric and early intervention evidence‑based practices in the intervention programme for clients
• Keep updated of development and research in areas pertaining to pediatric occupational therapy
• Be part of the trans‑disciplinary team of therapist, social workers and psychologist in the programme
• Conduct workshops and training for both internal and external stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Recognized Degree/Master in Occupational Therapy (listed in https://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/ahpc/apply-to-be-a-registered-allied-health-professional/lists-of-recognised-qualifications)
• Registered with the Allied Health Professions Council in Singapore as full registrant