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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 (Mental Health)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS137/2024
  Alexandra Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
An appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.
 
Competencies (Knowledge/skills):
Appropriate experience in the Mental health field. Good communication, advocacy and interpersonal skills. Good liaison, facilitation, training and presentation skills. The ability to work with different computer software programmes: MS windows suite (MS word, MS excel, MS Power Point). The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Good administrative and report writing skills. Knowledge of FA21, Ideal Clinic, and other relevant policies, protocols, and guidelines. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and problem-solving skills.
 
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:
Mrs. L Saville. Tel. no: 021 503 5004
 
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 to candidates 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)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Department for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Duties (key result areas/ outputs):
Plan, manage and develop systems specifically related to risk management in community mental health facilities. Support the management of the Community Mental Health Facility project to promote optimal support for users in residential care mental health care facilities. Assessment of MH/ID clients residing at Alexandra and community Mental Health care settings. Determine appropriate treatment of community mental health patients in Community Mental Health Facilities. Contribute to the development and implementation of Occupational Therapy programs in the community, including PSR. Follow the relevant policies and SOPs within the Occupational Therapy field. Administrative duties including report writing, attending meetings Develop objectives and action plans for the management of CMHF according to MH Regulations. Assisting in the Co-ordination of community mental health facilities services in the district. Contribution to the training & mentoring to improve the care for the mental health community facilities and CBS teams.
 
Registration with the Health Professions Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license Willingness to travel and to perform overtime when required.
 
 
 
 
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:
9/20/2024 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: 10/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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