Job Description

Faircape Health, a key division of the Faircape Group, delivers world-class rehabilitative and long-term care across our luxury lifestyle villages. We are now seeking a dedicated, creative, and clinically confident Occupational Therapist to join our exceptional team at Cle Du Cap in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town.
This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about delivering meaningful group programmes and individual interventions within a long-term healthcare environment for older adults. It suits a therapist who thrives in a supportive, multidisciplinary team, is passionate about person-centred and occupation-based practice, and is committed to enhancing residents' independence, confidence, engagement, and overall quality of life through structured, therapeutic activities.
Why Join Us?
At Faircape, we value excellence and dedication - and we invest in the people who make it possible. Enjoy:

• Quarterly performance bonuses and long-service leave
• Discounted high-speed ISP packages (post-probation)
• The opportunity to work in a modern, well-resourced healthcare setting where you can truly make an impact.

As part of our MDT, the Occupational Therapist will contribute to holistic care planning and support residents through tailored therapeutic interventions that make a genuine impact on their daily functioning and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:

• Direct intervention tasks such as assessment, intervention planning, intervention implementation, group activity planning & facilitation.
• Develop individualised programs to stimulate and motivate residents, tailored to their unique needs and goals.
• Organise and lead support groups to foster community and mutual encouragement among our residents' families.
• Plan and execute special events that enhance resident experiences and community engagement.
• Keep detailed and accurate records, ensuring smooth administrative operations.
• Actively participate in monthly MDT meetings, contributing to holistic resident care.
• Oversee the smooth running of the department and its programs, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in various meetings, contributing to the overall success of our initiatives.
• Offer temporary and ad-hoc support services as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Supervise OT students, guiding them through hands-on learning experiences.
• Lead and organise volunteer workers, maximising their impact and engagement.
• Create informative health promotion materials and engaging newsletters to educate and inspire.
• Participate in staff training events, fostering continuous learning and development.
• Team participation in healthcare center operations.
• Assist with the pre-admission, admission, and discharge processes, ensuring smooth transitions for residents.
• Promote and participate in activities that strengthen staff cohesion and teamwork.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and registered with HPCSA.
• Proven experience in Geriatrics, Dementia, or mental health, preferably with group facilitation experience.
• Proficient in therapeutic interventions to maintain functional independence and quality of life.

Skills and Attributes:

• Clinical expertise in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Organizational and time management skills to ensure routine and tasks are completed to a high quality standard.
• Compassionate with excellent communication and client service skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.
• Confidence/ability in running daily group intervention with medium to large groups and reaching therapeutic aims set out

Additional Requirements:

• Own reliable transport, valid driver's license
• Clear health, criminal, and credit records.
• Two written contactable references.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08h00 - 17h00.
We offer above competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
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Join us in making a difference. Apply now and be part of our commitment to exceptional care.

Skills Required