Occupational Therapist

Job description / Role

We are seeking a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team in Dubai, UAE. The ideal candidate should have passion and eagerness to make a positive impact on children's lives.
Join our amazing team of paediatric therapists and early childhood practitioners today!

Responsibilities:
- Conducting assessment and parent consultation to assess children's physical and mental capabilities
- Developing individualized treatment plans to help children improve their daily living skills
- Guiding children through therapeutic activities and exercises to improve their motor skills and coordination
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Educating families and other professionals about the therapy process and providing support and guidance

Requirements

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
- Minimum 2 years of Paediatric experience with references
- License or eligibility from Dubai Health Authority to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Dubai, UAE
- Valid driver's license and car
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Strong understanding of occupational therapy techniques and principles
- Skilled in assessment and writing progress reports
- Experience with Sensory Integration and SCERTS®

About the Company

We are an innovative, multi-disciplinary private intervention and therapy centre providing services for families and their children with a variety of therapy needs, developmental delays and/or learning challenges in a fun and motivating environment. Additionally, we offer speech and language therapy as well as occupational therapy services within schools and nurseries throughout Dubai. This ensures that children can conveniently access therapy without interrupting their regular school day.