• Reference Number : REFS/045401
  • Directorate : Clinical Support and Therapeutic Services
  • Number of Posts : 2
  • Package : R 397 223.00 – R 454 191.00 per annum (Excl benefits)
  • Enquiries : Ms. M.A. Ngobeni-ngobeni.mixo@gauteng.gov.za Ms. S. Naidoo - Sheryl.naidoo@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

  • A relevant Degree in Occupational Therapy. Completion of community service. Current registration with the HPCSA as an independent Occupational Therapist. Other skills include appropriate clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry will be an advantage. Computer literate, good communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Duties :

  • Render and manage Occupational Therapy services that comply with standards and norms as indicated by the health policies of South Africa. Assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based/client-centred therapies for general OT services. To contribute to the maintenance and development of OT services at Tara. Implement individual and group programs for inpatients and outpatients. To work as part of the MDT. Implement sectional and provincial quality assurance measures. Complete stats and monthly reports. Attend and participate in OT and hospital meetings. Participate in continued professional development. Supervise allocated students from the University of the Witwatersrand. Participate in all other duties allocated by the supervisor.

Notes :

  • Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA / SANC) and proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and proof of current registration certificate/card with a professional body will be disqualified. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they do not have such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. NB: Where Driver’s licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted as part of the Recruitment process. Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).It is the Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to South African citizens. Please note: Due to the large number of applications, we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tara, the H. Moross Centre

Closing Date : 17-04-2026


Criteria Questions
Do you have a relevant Degree in Occupational Therapy?
Are you registered with the HPCSA?
Do you have the appropriate clinical experience in psychiatric services?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.