• Reference Number : refs/050316
• Directorate : THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 279 870.00 per annum plus benefits , Grade 2: R 326-352.00 per annum
• Enquiries : Mr G Mavimbela/ MS A Tshivase : 011 876 1776

Requirements :

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) . Occupational Therapy Technician Certificate / or equivalent qualification as an Occupational Therapy Technician. Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapy Technician. Knowledge of community-based rehabilitation and Primary health care services .Valid driver’s licence is essential Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team Problem solving skills and innovation skills

Duties :

• Render effective patient cantered Occupational Therapy services in a clinic and community settings In adherence to the scope of practice and health protocols . Do outreach to the surrounding clinics around the area of responsibility ( base team) Conduct home visits where required . Plan and conduct group exercise class and task Centered groups . Demonstrate the ability to conduct and participate in health promotion ,prevention, curative and disability awareness . Issue assistive devices ( as per Occupational Therapy needs identified 0 Submit detailed daily and monthly reports and stats using available departmental tool with set timelines. Do outreach to the surrounding NGOs and screenings for ECI ( Early Childhood intervention ) Work closely with multidisciplinary team members carry out delegated duties by supervisor or manager . Participate in continuous professional development activities. Establish support groups and run projects as identified with multidisciplinary team members participate in research projects in the district Attend and participate in Occupational Therapy monthly meetings.

Notes :

• This is a readvertisement previous applicants are encouraged to apply .Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://professionaljobcenter.gpg.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application 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). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to vetting and personnel pre-employment suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Medical Surveillance will be conducted on the recommended candidates. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. NB: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : EKURHULENI HEALTH DISTRICT -

Closing Date : 20-07-2026

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.