Occupational Therapist at Nurture Helderberg – Western Cape

Strand, Cape Town
R28,569 per month
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Are you dedicated leader with a passion for physical rehabilitation and a drive for patient-centered care? Do you thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment focused on delivering high-quality, measurable outcomes for patients? If so, we invite you to apply for the Occupational Therapist position at Nurture Helderberg.ABOUT THE ROLEAs the Occupational Therapist, you will focus on hands-on clinical careassessing each patients functional needs, designing evidence-based treatment plans, and guiding them toward greater independence in everyday activities. You will contribute your expertise to an interdisciplinary team committed to person-centred rehabilitation and measurable, high-quality outcomes.EQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING

Bachelors degree in occupational therapy with community-service year completed
Registered with the HPCSA as an independent practitioner and covered by malpractice insurance
CPD portfolio up to date in line with HPCSA standards
Bobath / Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) training an advantage
FIM trained an advantage
Basic or intermediate wheelchair assessment/prescription skills beneficial
Keen interest in both paediatric and adult neurological rehabilitation
Minimum 5 years experience in neurology, cognitive therapy, and spinal-cord injury care
Broad clinical exposure, including orthopaedics, SCI, and neurology
Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working within an interdisciplinary team
Valid drivers licence and reliable own transport

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of the ICF Framework
Good written and spoken English language skills (Afrikaans and Xhosa will be advantageous)
Effective interdisciplinary team member
Awareness of evidence-based interventions
Computer literacy
Ability to prioritise workload
Able to work independently

KEY COMPETENCIES

Communication
Collaboration
Analysis & decision making
Initiative-taking
Flexibility
Humility
Curiosity
Self-discipline
Perseverance

KEY BEHAVIOURS

Respect for every Individual
Willingness to Change
Seek Perfection
Embrace Scientific Thinking
Assure quality at source
Think systemically
Create value for Customer

Minimum salary: R28 569,34 Cost to Company (including benefits)WHO WERE LOOKING FOR (PERSONAL QUALITIES):

Clarity and Accountability: Must thrive within an environment that demands role clarity, responsibility, and measurable results.
Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across teams, funders, regulators, and external providers.
Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to thrive within a transforming organisation and successfully navigate complexities.
Values-Driven: Deep alignment with Nurtures values.

Should you not receive a response within two weeks of submission, please consider your application unsuccessful.There is no closing date for this vacancy. The employer reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement at any time.

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