Occupational Therapist

COMPANY DESCRIPTIONMINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since

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.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff.

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.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs.

For more information, please visit TherapistRESPONSIBILITIESAn Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing client care, performing therapy execution and client education activities to an assigned group of clients.

S / He performs continuing education and research to achieve quality client care.

S / He is also conscientious in providing therapy recommendations based on evaluation of the client's condition.

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.QUALIFICATIONSDiploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy from an institution recognised by the Allied Health Professions CouncilAHPC Full, Restricted or Conditional RegistrationOTHER INFORMATIONExperience working with persons with autism, intellectual and / or developmental disabilities is preferred

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