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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Occupational Therapist: Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: WCD13/2024
   Bergriver Sub-district
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
A valid driver’s licence.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Delivery of optimal outcomes-based intervention to patients in the community according to occupational therapy principles and protocols. Mobility and assistive device services rendered in the community. Facilitation of training for health personnel, clients, their families, volunteers, and inter-departmental personnel. Perform administrative tasks relating to department and skills developmental and training for Occupational Therapist. General support to supervisor and colleagues within the subdistrict.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good Computer Skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook). Good interpersonal and organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of Community Oriented Primary care.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Minimum of 1 year relevant experience after registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. Minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
 
Enquiries:
Ms ME Ramokgadi, tel. no. (022) 913-3062
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 376,524 -R 430,512 per annum, Grade 2: R 439,755 -R 501,630 per annum, Grade 3: R 514,785 -R 623,229 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
7/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 8/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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