Occupational Therapist

Job Description

1. Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical, psychological, emotional, and developmental abilities using a mix of clinical observation and standardised assessment tools.
2. Evaluating clients’ functional capacity in real-world settings such as their home, workplace, school, or community, and recommending practical adaptations to enhance daily performance.
3. Designing and implementing tailored intervention plans, including vocational, recreational, remedial, and social activities, delivered one-on-one or in group settings.
4. Collaborating with families, carers, employers, and educators to create supportive environments that promote client participation and independence.
5. Recommending and training clients in the use of adaptive equipment, such as mobility aids, splints, or assistive technology, to overcome functional limitations.
6. Providing education and coaching to clients and their support networks on strategies to improve engagement in meaningful activities and prevent further functional decline.
7. Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams — including physiotherapists, psychologists, speech pathologists, and medical specialists — to ensure holistic case management.
8. Offering specialist input for complex cases, including driver rehabilitation, third-party insurance claims, and medico-legal assessments when required.
9. Monitoring and documenting progress, preparing professional reports, and ensuring compliance with legislative, funding, and ethical standards.
10. Continuously updating professional knowledge by engaging in ongoing learning and contributing to service improvement initiatives.