Occupational Therapist (Addiction and Psychiatric)

As the leading medical recruitment agency in South Africa, our client has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist (Addiction and Psychiatric) to be based in Kenilworth, Cape Town.

The Client

Our client is a respected rehabilitation centre that provides specialised care for individuals struggling with addiction and psychiatric conditions. With a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach, they are dedicated to supporting recovery and fostering healthier, sustainable lifestyles for their patients.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by delivering expert treatment and therapeutic interventions. You will work closely with patients and their families, providing both individual and group therapy, while collaborating within a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate group sessions within the therapeutic programme

• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients

• Lead conjoint sessions with patients’ families

• Participate in group activities to understand and support the programme

• Complete assessments of patients

• Carry out administrative duties and maintain accurate records

• Produce professional reports as required

• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary treatment team

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with valid HPCSA registration

• Current Malpractice Insurance

• Experience in addiction and/or psychiatric settings

• Knowledge of evidence-based interventions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

• Computer literacy

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a specialist rehabilitation environment

• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary support

• Market-related salary

  
  

Location: Kenilworth, Cape Town

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