Senior Occupational Therapist

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading autism-focused organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to contribute to student development through assessments and interventions. The role involves planning and delivering OT programmes and providing training to educators and parents. Candidates should possess full registration with the AHPC and a passion for serving the autism community. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities are offered in a dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with assessment and intervention on sensory issues.
• Desire to learn about autism and serve the autism community.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team assessments for school admissions.
• Plan and deliver OT programmes for students with ASD.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to new/junior OTs.
• Influence programme and policy development.

Skills

Assessment and intervention skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Team collaboration

Training and mentoring

Education

Full registration with the Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC)

Job description

Join us in Transforming Lives Together!

Pathlight School is the first autism-focused school in Singapore to offer the national curriculum together with life readiness skills. It caters to students on the autism spectrum with related conditions, aged 7 to 18 years, who are cognitively able to access national curriculum but require additional support such as smaller class sizes, special accommodations and teaching staff trained in autism.

The team at Autism Intervention, Training & Consultancy (AITC) provides training and consultancy services for professionals and caregivers, as well as direct intervention services for individuals on the autism spectrum.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, your Impact and Contribution includes :

Assessment & Report Writing

• Participate in team assessment for school admissions
• Conduct Occupational Therapy (OT) related assessments and write reports for intervention planning
• Conduct OT related assessments and write reports for Access Arrangements for National Exams

Intervention

• Plan and deliver programmes for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in the area of motor and co-ordination skills (eg. Handwriting, aspects of PE, Vocational Skills)
• Redesign task to increase productive through accommodation and skill development
• Make necessary referrals to external and alternative services where necessary
• Participate in collaborative consultation model with key stakeholders

Programme Development

• Participate in curriculum / programme development projects
• Develop programme wide or school wide intervention programmes on areas related to sensory issues, and functional and motor co-ordination skills

Coaching / Training

• Plan and deliver training, consultation and instructions to Educators on areas related to the interventions in OT
• Plan and deliver training to parents on areas related to interventions in OT
• Provide supervision and mentorship to new / junior OTs

Management and Leadership

• Provide routine reporting on agreed Key Goals for OT serviceInfluence the development of programmes and policies to promote best practice in OT and sensory accomodations

Requirements

• Full registration with the Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC)
• Experience and skills in assessment and intervention on sensory issues
• Desire to learn about autism and the passion to serve the autism community
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes and different perspectives
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast paced work environment

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package and the professional advantages of a dynamic workplace that enables your professional development and values your contributions.

We seek your understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Our organisation is committed to protecting our children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to hire.