Assistant Occupational Therapist III at Laikipia County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will worK under supervision of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Assessing patient’s treatment plan; maintaining records and data relating to patients; and maintaining an up-to-date data base for occupational therapy services for inputting into the integrated health information system;
• Providing holistic preventive, promotive, rehabilitative and palliative care using occupational therapy process in physical disabilities, paediatrics, sensory integration, mental health, geriatrics, ergonomics, home based care, school health, specialized driver assessment, speech facilitation, hand therapy, neuro developmental therapy; Carrying out clients educational, functional and vocational assessments and formulating necessary interventions; and Sensitizing the community on occupational therapy issues; advocating and promoting health education in the area of disability; and preparing periodic reports.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.