Occupational Therapist (SAAC)

ST ANDREW'S MISSION HOSPITAL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ST ANDREW'S MISSION HOSPITAL in Singapore seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide client care, therapy implementation and education for students and clients across age groups. You will deliver 1:1 and group sessions using push-in and pull-out models as required.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments of motor skills, sensory processing and ADLs, develop goals and treatment plans, document progress and participate in IEP/ICP case discussions, collaborating with teachers, psychologists and

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• Full or conditional Allied Health Professions Council (Singapore) registration.
• Experience with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability is an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, psychologists and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group occupational therapy sessions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of motor skills, sensory processing, self-care and ADLs.
• Develop individualised therapy goals and treatment plans.
• Document progress and participate in IEP/ICP meetings and case management.
• Collaborate with teachers, coaches and care staff to implement OT strategies in educational and community settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description

Therapy Care Services

• Responsible for providing client care, therapy implementation, and client education for students/clients/residents belonging to varied age groups.


• Deliver therapy through individual (1:1) and group sessions using push-in and pull-out models based on client needs.

Assessment & Therapy Execution

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to evaluate functional performance in areas such as motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and activities of daily living (ADLs).


• Develop individualised therapy goals based on assessment findings and functional needs.

Treatment Planning & Program Management

• Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with established goals.


• Manage therapy programs to ensure effective and consistent intervention delivery.

Documentation & Care Planning

• Prepare and document individualized goals and objectives within the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and/or Individual Care Plan (ICP).


• Maintain accurate progress reports for clients under assigned caseload.


• Participate in Case Management Team (CMT) meetings and IEP/ICP meetings.

Collaboration & Consultation

• Collaborate with teachers, coaches, and care staff to incorporate appropriate occupational therapy strategies into classroom, centre, home, or community environments.

Job Requirement

• Possess at least a Bachelor in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.


• Full or conditional Allied Health Professions Council (Singapore) registration.


• Candidate must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders such as Teachers, Psychologists and families of students.


• Practical experience volunteering or working to support persons with autism spectrum disorder/ intellectual disability is an asset.


• Have drive and passion to support Persons with Autism having a moderate to severe degree of impairment