OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST GRADE 1-3 [MENTAL HEALTH] – [CONTRACT UP TO 31ST MARCH 2027]
Key Performance Areas
Candidate should have sound knowledge of Occupational Therapy mental health services. Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team. Good interpersonal relations and teamwork. Ability to work under pressure and in infectious areas and practice infection control to protect the patients, other health workers and oneself from infection. Knowledge of mental Health legislations and related legal and ethical practices. Knowledge of PMFA, public service acts, procedures and regulations. Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Prerequisites
Appropriate qualification that allows a registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Occupational Therapist. All applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents. Valid driver’s license is essential. (R413 121.00) Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in Occupational Therapy. (R482 499.00) Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Occupational Therapy. (R564 822.00) Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Occupational Therapy. Computer literacy including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Virtual meeting platforms literacy.
Person Profile
Candidate should have sound knowledge of Occupational Therapy mental health services. Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team. Good interpersonal relations and teamwork. Ability to work under pressure and in infectious areas and practice infection control to protect the patients, other health workers and oneself from infection. Knowledge of mental Health legislations and related legal and ethical practices. Knowledge of PMFA, public service acts, procedures and regulations. Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills.