Occupational Therapist at Intersect Consortium

Intersect Consortium is a group of Organization primarily working in the Mental Health and Addiction space. Our Members understand the growing need for Mental Health Services and Products in Africa and continually work to provide Awareness, Education, Treatment and Support to Individuals, Companies, Families and society at large.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Part-time

Responsibilities
The occupational therapist is required to assist patients with mental health conditions improving their ability to function with regard to self-care, fulfilling occupational and social obligations. The occupational therapist is required to:

• Conduct patient assessment and identify patient needs.
• Develop a treatment plan targeting the identified patient needs.
• Assessing patient’s home and work environment and recommending adaptations that fit the needs of the patient.
• Train patients in the use of special equipment as it applies.
• Developing physical rehabilitative programs to help clients regain lost skills.
• Support patient in identifying vocational areas of interest and training.
• Advising on adaptive equipment to help patients with daily activities.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team in the interest of the patient.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related course
• 1 - 3 years previous experience in the role
• Compliant with best practice healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices and physical therapy programs.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to take care of clients with different personalities.
• Comfortable using a computer for various tasks.
• Ability to assess patient conditions and work with treatment plans.
• Must possess good communication skills, problem-solving skills, and be innovative.

Application Closing Date
26th May, 2022.