• Reference Number : REFS/050093
• Directorate : Mental Health Programmes
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 279 870– R 326 352 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms I. Grobler at 083 269 5087

Requirements :

• Minimum qualifications: Occupational Therapy Technician (2-year certificate). Registration as an Occupational Therapy Technician at HPCSA. Updated (current) registration with the HPCSA as independent practitioner. Computer literacy (MS Word/Excel). A valid driver’s license (Code B/EB). Interest in mental health. Experience in mental health will be an advantage. The ability to work independently under supervision. Willingness to occasionally perform duties after hours, e.g., for campaigns. Good interpersonal relationships and ability to work in a team.

Duties :

• Within scope of practice, implement community-based occupational therapy rehabilitation programs for mental health care users. Within scope of practice provide quality interventions through individual sessions, groups, projects, and home visits for mental health care users. Follow Occupational Therapy processes, including referral guidelines, to maintain appropriate referrals and professional ethical conduct. Promote health and well-being through health promotion and awareness activities within community, e.g. at clinic, community hall, NGOs, schools. As part of the Clinical Community Psychiatric Team (CCPT), will be working closely with multiple stakeholders, including WBPHCOT to do screening, early identification and awareness for mental health and substance problems. Involvement in training for PHC staff, and communities on mental health and substance use related issues. Assist in providing support to mental health care users, their families and the community through awareness activities and events, including community projects and support groups. Encourage partnerships and intersectoral collaboration with relevant stakeholders to the benefit of mental health care users and their communities, including Traditional Health Practitioners, faith organisations and NGOs.

Notes :

• Applications must be submitted to First Floor Reception; Tshwane District Health Services, 3319 Fedsure Forum Building, Cnr Lillian Ngoyi and Pretorius Street PRETORIA; 0001. between 07h30 – 16h00 or can apply online at Gauteng professional job Centre (https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za) Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 form, which is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents In terms of DPSA circular no 19 of 2022. Failure to do so will results in disqualification of the application. A fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recent updated CV. NO copies of qualification or other attachments must be included on application (Z83 and CV only). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of Identity Document, Qualifications, candidates will also be required to submit proof of relevant documents to Human Resources unit before or on the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance, Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity Act; therefore, all the appointments will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity targets of the of the institution. -PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. -SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE SUBJECTED TO MEDICAL ASSESSMENT.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tshwane District Health Services

Closing Date : 26-06-2026

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.