Occupational Therapist

Description:

Occupational Therapy Services

§ To provide occupational therapy expertise in the area of rehabilitation and recovery throughout the Naufar journey for Patients. From the first contact with Naufar, in the functional units, to re-engagement in society and in sustaining recovery.

§ To collaborate with Patients (And families as appropriate) in regaining self-direction and in reengaging in important roles in their lives.

§ Provide occupational therapy assessment, planning, interventions and review with Patients

§ Provide individual occupational therapy sessions for Patients with a focus on: regaining self-direction; developing coping strategies and daily living skills in areas of self-care, productivity, leisure and rest; planning re-engagement in roles and society; and lifestyle restructuring. This includes time management, stress coping and management, focussing on important role development and in accessing educational and occupational opportunities in the community

§ To provide community based services, including home and environment assessment, and community based rehabilitation sessions as required

§ Provide group based occupational therapy interventions as part of the overall programmes of the Clinical units

§ Provide group based interventions focussing on engagement, psychoeducation, recovery knowledge and coping strategies

§ Provide group based interventions to re-engage in social and occupational opportunities and to develop life skills

§ Provide patient-centred and OT-based interventions (group and individual-based) in preparation for return to educational and occupational roles

§ In conjunction with other psychosocial disciplines, and Naufar’s community and international relations liaison, to liaise with appropriate educational and occupational agencies on behalf of Patients as required.

Professional/Academic Qualifications:

§ Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Occupational Therapy program by World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT).

Or

§ Three year (3) Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Occupational Therapy program by World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT).

Or

§ entry level Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Occupational Therapy program by World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT).

Certifications/Licensure:

§ Valid Primary license from the country of origin as an Occupational Therapist.

§ Eligible for license from the Licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice as an Occupational Therapist.

§ Up-to date CPD in relevant areas.

Experience:

§ Overseas: 3 years in Occupational Therapy Field.