Occupational Therapist

SD Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to implement therapeutic programs and supervise department activities. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience and skills in communication with elderly clients and those affected by dementia, along with strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to communicate with the elderly and those with dementia.
• Registration with the Health Professional Council of Occupational Therapist in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic intervention programs for clients.
• Coordinate and manage volunteer activities in the OT Department.
• Promote continued learning and mentally engage clients.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Analytical Skills

Patience

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Education

Recognized qualification as an Occupational Therapist

Registration with the Health Professional Council

Job description

Key Functions:

• Applying and implementing a therapeutic intervention programme aimed at evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each client.
• Identifying, planning and preparing and applying therapy to involve client in activities that cover the areas of personal, interpersonal, work and leisure.
• Implementing and supervising activity programmes with colleagues and therapists and coordinating with the Managers.
• Building interpersonal relationships, contributing to appropriate interpersonal relations and interaction with staff and clients.
• Vocation/Leisure Rehabilitation.
• Administrative and other functions relating to the OT Department.
• Promote continued learning and keeping the minds of the clients active.
• Co-ordinate and manage the volunteers of the OT Department.
• Raise funds for the OT Department.
• Assist with preparation for functions.
• Co-ordinate activities relevant for the necessary stimulation of the clients.

Requirements:

• A recognized qualification as an Occupational Therapist
• Supervisory Skills
• At least 5 years experience as an Occupation Therapist
• Ability to work with and communicate with the elderly and those afflicted with dementia.
• Good communication skills
• Good assessment and analytical skills
• Patience and empathy
• Ability to organize activities and social events
• Registration with the Health Professional Council of Occupational Therapist & Occupational Therapy Assistants in South Africa