Position: Occupational Therapist
Industry: Child Rehabilitation & Therapy
Employment Type: Full-TimeLocation: Wayanad, Kerala
Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹50,000 per month (including Food & Accommodation)
Experience: 0–1 Year
Candidate Preference: Candidates with paediatric experience or clinical exposure preferred.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join a reputed child rehabilitation and therapy organization in Wayanad, Kerala. The candidate will be responsible for providing occupational therapy interventions to children with developmental delays, sensory processing difficulties, and other developmental challenges.
The ideal candidate should have a genuine interest in working with children and possess practical knowledge of paediatric occupational therapy. Freshers with relevant clinical exposure or internship experience in paediatric settings are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct occupational therapy assessments to identify children's developmental, sensory, motor, and functional needs.
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on each child's abilities and requirements.
- Provide structured occupational therapy sessions to improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory integration, coordination, and functional independence.
- Work with children experiencing developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing difficulties, and other developmental conditions within qualified competence.
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate, child-centred therapeutic activities.
- Implement sensory integration techniques and activities as per the child's individual therapy requirements and the therapist's training.
- Support children in developing daily living skills, self-care abilities, hand-eye coordination, and motor planning.
- Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate therapy records, assessment reports, and progress documentation.
- Guide parents and caregivers regarding home-based activities and strategies to support children's development.
- Coordinate with parents, special educators, speech therapists, physiotherapists, and other professionals to ensure holistic child development.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and child-friendly therapy environment.
- Ensure timely completion of assigned therapy sessions and related documentation.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy (BOT) from a recognized institution.
- Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy (MOT) is an added advantage.
- Candidates must possess the required professional qualifications and applicable registration to practise in the relevant capacity.
Experience Requirements
- 0–1 year of experience.
- Freshers are welcome to apply.
- Paediatric occupational therapy experience or clinical exposure is preferred.
- Internship experience in child rehabilitation centres, paediatric hospitals, or therapy clinics will be an added advantage.
- Practical exposure to sensory integration, developmental interventions, and child-centred therapy approaches is preferred.
Candidate Preferences
- Strong interest in working with children with developmental and special needs.
- Good communication, patience, empathy, and child-handling skills.
- Basic knowledge of paediatric occupational therapy assessments and intervention techniques.
- Ability to plan and conduct structured therapy sessions independently.
- Willingness to relocate to Wayanad, Kerala.
- Candidates comfortable with the provided food and accommodation facilities are preferred.
Interested candidates can share their resume to : (phone hidden) or
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Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
📌 Occupational Therapist (Wayanad)
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