Occupational Therapist - Singapore - Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore
Description
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS) has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.
Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.
With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan.
DESIGNATION :
(Senior) Occupational Therapist
RESPONSIBILITIES
An Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing client care, performing therapy execution and client education activities to an assigned group of clients.
S/He may work in various settings within MINDS ranging from special schools to employment or training and development centres.
S/He may also work as part of collaborative, interdisciplinary teams which may include teachers, training officers, psychologists, social workers, physiotherapists and speech therapists.
S/He should have initiative and be sensitive to the needs of her/his clients. S/He should possess communication and problem-solving skills.- Conduct client assessment and therapy planning
- Perform therapy interventions
- Provide client education
- Manage risk and quality
- Perform clinical administration and operations
- Participate in continuing education and research activities
- Provide supervision and team development
QUALIFICATIONS
Requirement
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy from an institution recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council
- Experience working with persons with autism, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred
- AHPC Registration is a must
OTHER INFORMATION
Requirement
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy from an institution recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council
- Experience working with persons with autism, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred
- AHPC Registration is a must
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