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About the Role
Behaviour Enrichment is seeking an Occupational Therapist with a valid DHA License to provide therapy services to children in Dubai. The role involves assessments, one-on-one and group interventions, interdisciplinary collaboration, and parent training.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct relevant occupational therapy assessments, therapy sessions, and clinical observations, and prepare comprehensive reports.
- Oversee and review individualized occupational therapy treatment plans and intervention programs.
- Provide direct therapy services, including one to one and group based interventions.
- Collect data and maintain documentation pertaining to each child’s program.
- Communicate questions, child’s progress, or other feedback to parents, Program Supervisor, and other therapists from speech & ABA departments.
- Write progress reports to secure funding from insurance agencies using sound occupational therapy terminology.
- Conduct review meetings and write progress reports for each child.
- Work closely with ABA, Speech Therapy, BCBAs, and Operations to ensure integrated multidisciplinary care.
Requirements
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Valid DHA License is mandatory
- 2+ years of relevant clinical OT experience
- Strong paediatric occupational therapy experience
- Experience in multidisciplinary settings
- Experience in school collaboration, parent training, and professional workshops
Full Job Posting
Job Description – Occupational Therapist (L1)
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelors or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Licensure: Valid DHA License is mandatory
- Location: Al Barsha, Dubai
- Reporting to: Head of OT Department
- This role includes carrying out OT assessments, choosing appropriate goals, and working with students in one on one and group settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct relevant occupational therapy assessments, therapy sessions, and clinical observations, and prepare comprehensive reports.
- Oversee, and review individualized occupational therapy treatment plans and intervention programs.
- Provide direct therapy services, including one to one and group based interventions.
- Collect data and maintain documentation pertaining to each child’s program.
- Communicate questions, child’s progress, or other feedback to parents, Program Supervisor, and other therapists from speech & ABA departments.
- Write progress reports to secure funding from insurance agencies using sound occupational therapy terminology.
- Arrive on time to all scheduled sessions, minimal cancellations.
- Collect and record data and update session notes during each session on the software system
- Maintain accurate and timely records including timesheets and reports.
- Write school observation reports highlighting the child’s strengths and areas of need, as well as recommendations for school staff, for the school and the child’s family.
- Conduct review meetings and write progress reports for each child.
- Ensure evidence based clinical practice across the department.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
- DHA License (mandatory)
- 2+ years of relevant clinical OT experience
- Strong paediatric occupational therapy experience
- Experience in multidisciplinary settings
- Experience in school collaboration, parent training, and professional workshops
General Responsibilities
- Attend all mandatory meetings, trainings, and organisational initiatives.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.
- Arrive punctually for scheduled commitments and maintain high reliability.
- Perform other duties reasonably assigned by management in line with the role.
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