Pediatric OT: Early Intervention in Childcare

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team in Benoni, Gauteng. You will assess, diagnose, and treat developmental, sensory, and motor challenges affecting children's participation in daily activities and learning within childcare settings.

You will work with educators, parents, and healthcare professionals to develop individualized therapy plans, provide direct therapy in childcare centers or clinics, and advocate for children’s needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current HPCSA registration and licensure.
• Experience as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, preferably in childcare or early intervention.
• Strong knowledge of child development, sensory integration, motor development, and common pediatric diagnoses.
• Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the Benoni, Gauteng area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments for children with developmental, sensory, motor, and behavioral challenges.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy in childcare centers, homes, or clinic settings as required.
• Educate parents, caregivers, and educators on strategies to support development.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, psychologists, speech therapists, educators, and other stakeholders.
• Adapt interventions to be integrated into play-based learning and daily activities within childcare settings.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, and reports.
• Stay current with research and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and assistive technology as needed.
• Advocate for the needs of children within the childcare system and broader community.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic skills

Treatment planning

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team in Benoni, Gauteng. You will assess, diagnose, and treat developmental, sensory, and motor challenges affecting children's participation in daily activities and learning within childcare settings.

You will work with educators, parents, and healthcare professionals to develop individualized therapy plans, provide direct therapy in childcare centers or clinics, and advocate for children’s needs