Occupational Therapist

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist will provide support and interventions to persons with disabilities at the Enabling Business Hub. He/She is committed and service-oriented and works in collaboration with other agencies and partners to support persons with disabilities in providing training and job placement support. He/She will work closely with other Allied Health Professionals in supporting persons with disabilities towards gainful employment.

Job Responsibilities

Assessment

. Conduct intake assessment to assess client suitability for enrolment

. Conduct review and discharge assessment

. Conduct other assessments appropriate to the setting

. Conduct environmental scans and employment-related need assessments

Intervention

. Individual intervention

. Group intervention

. In-class support

. Providing environmental modification and adaptation where applicable

. Intervention carried out in the therapy room/ in the classroom

. Support, implement and evaluate employment-related development initiatives

Therapy outcome

. Crafting therapy outcomes based on holistic care & assessments

. Recommend therapy program suitable to clients

. Prepare the assessment reports/ recommendations

Job Requirements

. Recognized Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

. Qualified as Full-Registered Therapist under the Allied Health Professional Act

. At least 2 years of experience

. Passionate in working with persons with disabilities

. Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of intervention strategies

. Good communicator and possess good interpersonal skills

. Have initiative and able to work independently and yet be a good team player