Occupational Therapy Aide

Job Description

• Treat resident by using therapeutic and self-care activities designed to improve function under the direction of the occupational therapist
• Monitor a resident's activities to make sure they are performing them correctly and to offer encouragement
• Contribute to meetings and case conferences to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care plans for patients
• Teaches and guides residents on how to use equipment that may make certain activities easier
• Document resident’s daily progress in appropriate records
• Maintain the therapy areas, equipment, and supply inventory regularly

Job Specification

• Entry level is welcome to apply
• Able to communicate well with team members and maintain good teamwork
• Knowledge of Mandarin/ Hokkien dialects is an added advantage as interaction with Chinese speaker of elderly residents is required
• Able to physically handle non- ambulant residents