📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWGauteng Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Occupational Therapy Technician Grade 1-2 position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Occupational Therapy Technician Grade 1-2 are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Occupational Therapy Technician Grade 1-2 position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Requirements A recognised qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as an Occupational Therapy Technician. Registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapy Technician. A current annual registration with HPSCA. Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel, Power Point). Knowledge of relevant legislations and related legal and ethical practices, PFMA and Public Service Act and regulations. Good written and communication skills. Ability to interact with patients, therapists and family/public. Ability to interact with the multidisciplinary team. Good time management and communication skills. Good interpersonal and organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure. A valid driver's license.
Duties Render Occupational Therapy Technician duties at the Clinics and mental health NGOs in the district. Implement treatment prescribed by an Occupational Therapist. Assist in the treatment of individual mental health care users and running groups including substance abuse. Conduct screening of mental health disorders and general conditions at clinics and community. Conduct home, school and creche Conduct mental health campaigns at the clinic’s community. Assist in providing clinical support and training to the NGO staff – residential and Day care for children and adults. Perform administrative tasks of compiling daily and monthly statistics including own monthly report, attending meetings (internal and extrenal) and training, composing minutes of the meetings and keeping physical and electronic records. Adhere to provincial, district. Team player (multi-disciplinary team and other stakeholders).
Closing Date : 24-08-2026
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