Cape Town: Occupational Therapist (Retirement Village) – Cape Town posted by Rory Mackie & Associates

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our client’s dynamic healthcare team overseeing a high-end retirement village in the City Bowl.

The Occupational Therapist will play a vital role in assessing, planning, and implementing therapeutic interventions that support residents in maintaining or improving their functional abilities. This includes mobility, self-care, cognitive function, engagement in meaningful activities tailored to the needs of frail older adults, and providing caregiver education.

Core Values:

Our client is guided by their core values of Love, Justice, Hospitality, Respect, Compassion, and Patience, and they continue to build on these values in a personal and professional capacity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents physical, and psychosocial abilities.
• Develop individualised treatment plans focused on enhancing independence to improve quality of life.
• Implement therapeutic activities to improve mobility, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physiotherapists, social workers, and family members.
• Recommend and facilitate the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Provide training and support to caregivers and staff on safe handling and therapeutic techniques.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in line with regulatory standards.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary care planning meetings and contribute to case reviews.
• Promote resident engagement through individual and group therapy sessions and recreational activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors or post graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
• Minimum 2 3 years of experience in geriatric care, rehabilitation, or frail care settings
• Experience with dementia care, stroke rehabilitation, and chronic illness management is highly desirable
• Knowledge of assistive devices, fall prevention strategies, and sensory stimulation techniques