• Reference Number : refs/050484
• Directorate : R 598.260.00– R PER ANNUM (PLUS BENEFITS).
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 598.260.00– R PER ANNUM (PLUS BENEFITS).
• Enquiries : Ms. Haarhoff (011) 933 0268 or Ms. M.L Mazibuko (0011)933-8394 email: Margaret.Mazibuko@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Occupational Therapy. Completion of community service in occupational therapy. Registration with the Health Profession’s Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an occupational therapist with independent practitioner status, plus current registration for the period 2026/27. A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in rehabilitation of adults with psychiatric conditions (excluding community service), Knowledge, skills and competencies required: Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms Excel). Knowledge of the public service legislations, policies and procedures. Good written and communication skills. Supervisory, planning and organizing skills, knowledge as team leader will be an added advantage. Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of budget planning as well as the Public Finance and Management Act. Experience in a public service hospital and post-graduate training in adult psychiatric rehabilitation would be an advantage. Experience in vocational assessments & rehabilitation would be an advantage.

Duties :

• Manage (plan, coordinate and implement) the occupational therapy services in an adult psychiatric sub-section and manage own patient load. Provide leadership in an adult psychiatric sub-section. Provide expert advice on complicated clinical psychiatric conditions. Co-ordinate all relevant meetings effectively, taking on a leadership role. In the absence of the head of department, the chief occupational therapist is expected to attend relevant meetings and assume relevant functions of the HOD. Monitor, motivate for and procure equipment and other resources. Promote and implement ongoing research/projects in the sub-section. Assist with implementing and monitoring effective record keeping, accurate statistics collection and and analysis, and high standards of quality assurance. Supervise and manage performance of production level therapists, community service therapists, students. Ensure teaching and skills transference. Monitor proper utilization of human and material resources in the sub-section. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. Manage and implement consultation services to cluster facilities. Manage down-referrals of occupational therapy patients. Monitor ORW. Communicate effectively with all colleagues, subordinates and relevant stakeholders. Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluating. Manage finances in alignment with the demand plan. Develop an annual operational plan for an adult psychiatric sub-section. Submit daily, weekly and monthly reports to the HOD. Ensure compliance with the ideal Hospital Framework in the occupational therapy department. Develop and implement guidelines and protocols in line with National and Provincial strategies

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. Application 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.The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from 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) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 31-07-2026

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.