The role involves providing effective clinical services, including comprehensive assessments, goal setting, and designing evidence-based care plans for individuals with complex disabilities. Additionally, the therapist will manage service administration tasks and provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a good Degree or Masters in Occupational Therapy and be registered under the Allied Health Professions Act, demonstrating clinical expertise with complex needs. Specialized experience in interdisciplinary teamwork, individualized care planning, and the ability to advocate for clients are essential requirements.
bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeInventory ManagementAdvocacyAssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentGoal SettingClinical SupervisionMentorshipOccupational TherapyCognitive Behavioral TherapyInterdisciplinary TeamsHealth And Safety ComplianceSystem NavigationSensory IntegrationAssistive Device TrainingClient Records ManagementPeer Audits
Job description
SUMMARY
We are looking for Occupational Therapists / Senior Occupational Therapists to join our Day Activity Centre team at Rainbow Centre. The team aims to improve the quality of life of persons with disabilities through effective therapy and psychological services so that they can achieve their highest level of independence and lead thriving lives.
Critical Work Functions
Provide Effective Clinical Services • Comprehensive Assessment
Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the occupational therapy needs of individuals with complex disabilities, using appropriate tools and frameworks.
Goal
Setting and
Collaboration: Collaborate with clients, families, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team to set person-centred goals and priorities for intervention.
Care
Plan
Development: Design and implement evidence-based care plans to address the unique and complex needs of each client.
Service Administration & Management • Client Records Management
Maintain and monitor client records related to service utilization in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.
Inventory
Management: Manage and maintain inventories of equipment, materials, and supplies to ensure availability and accountability.
Health and
Safety
Compliance: Ensure adherence to the health and safety policy, including proper storage and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe use.
Provide Supervision and Mentorship and Team Development • Clinical Supervision
Provide clinical supervision to junior therapists and students during placements or internships.
Mentorship and
Professional
Growth: Mentor support staff and therapists to enhance their professional skills and growth.
Compliance and
Standards: Perform peer audits to ensure adherence to clinical standards and guidelines and review clinical competency standards to maintain high-quality service delivery.
Job Requirements
Good Degree or Masters in Occupational Therapy
Training in advanced assessment tools and intervention strategies (e.g., sensory integration, cognitive behavioral therapy, or assistive device training)
Registered as Occupational Therapist under the Allied Health Professions Act
Clinical Expertise: Experience as a practicing OT, with a focus on working with clients with complex physical, cognitive, or psychosocial needs. Proficiency in assessing and addressing multifaceted challenges, including physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and social barriers.
Specialized Experience: Experience with interdisciplinary teams, such as working alongside speech therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and social workers; Expertise in designing and implementing individualized care plans that consider holistic client needs; Familiarity with adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and assistive technologies to support independence.
Ability to lead case discussions, provide clinical guidance, and support team decision-making.
Advocacy and System Navigation: Demonstrated ability to advocate for clients, ensuring access to services; Experience in navigating healthcare, social service, or educational systems to coordinate care.
