Senior Occupational Therapist

MINDSG Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDS Singapore is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to provide client care, treatment and education in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across hospitals, schools and community settings. The role includes detailed assessments, targeted interventions, supervision of junior therapists, caseload monitoring and advising on patients’ functional goals.

AHPC registration, a degree in Occupational Therapy and 5+ years of direct clinical practice are required; autism/intellectual

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate degree in Occupational Therapy from AHPC-recognized university.
• AHPC Full or Restricted Registration in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care, treatment and education in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across settings.
• Conduct detailed assessments and interventions for clients.
• Train new or junior occupational therapists as needed.
• Monitor caseloads and provide supervision as required.
• Work in diverse environments including hospitals, community centres and schools; collaborate with teachers, doctors and therapists.

Skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Problem solving

Care planning

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Occupational Therapy

AHPC Registration

Job description

About Us

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962. Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation. MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 1,200 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDs, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan. These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

Job Description

A Senior Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing client care, treatment and client education in collaboration with various healthcare teams. S/He performs detailed assessments and interventions for clients and may train new or junior occupational therapists in these activities. S/He has advanced expertise and knowledge in her/his specialty area. S/He is expected to monitor the caseloads of team members and provide supervision as needed. S/He may work in various settings such as public and private institutions, acute and community hospitals, rehabilitation centres, voluntary welfare organisations, schools, long-term care facilities and clients' homes and work environments. S/He may also work as part of collaborative, interdisciplinary teams which may include teachers, doctors, audiologists, psychologists, social workers, physiotherapists and speech therapists. S/He should have initiative and be sensitive to the needs of her/his clients. S/He should possess management, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Qualification & Skills

• Degree and/or post graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from AHPC-recognized university.
• AHPC Full or Restricted Registration

Other Information

• At least 5 years of direct clinical practice.
• Experience working with persons with autism, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred