Lead Occupational Therapist

Are you ready to elevate your career while enjoying weekends by the Caribbean Sea? Join us at KidsAbility Paediatric Therapy Clinic in beautiful Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Exciting Opportunities Available:

• Paediatric Lead Occupational Therapist

About KidsAbility:

Established in 2012, KidsAbility Paediatric Therapy Clinic is dedicated to delivering top-notch, efficient, and effective care to children and their families. We provide a range of services including:

• Psychology Services


• Neuropsychology Assessments


• Speech-Language Therapy


• Occupational Therapy


• Feeding Therapy

Why Choose KidsAbility?

• Balanced Lifestyle: Experience the perfect blend of professional fulfillment and tropical paradise, with weekends free to enjoy the stunning Caribbean Sea.


• Professional Development: Work alongside a team of highly trained and experienced professionals dedicated to evidence-based interventions.


• Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a supportive atmosphere that encourages collaboration and continuous learning.

Requirements:

• Must register with the Health Practice Commission of the Cayman Islands  


• Registered OT with your state, province or country


• Bachelor or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy


• Minimum 5+ years experience in paediatric clinical setting


• Minimum 2 years experience in a leadership OT role


• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the program including heavy lifting and bending


• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle


• Criminal records check


• Applicants must be registered or eligible for full registration in Australia, Canada, Jamaica, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom, or the United States of America

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with clients and their families to set OT goals that have measurable outcomes


• Provide direct service, consultation, mediation and education to client, family and community providers


• Utilize research to establish and support evidence-based practice


• Provision of in-school consultations to parents and/or teachers as and when needed


• Ability to facilitate group sessions


• Manage a caseload of approximately 23 direct therapy sessions (60 minute sessions) per week


• Provide a minimum of 2 presentations to the community per calendar year.

Lead OT Responsibilities 

• Responsible for enforcing professional and ethical standards for  Occupational Therapist and KidsAbility’s policy and procedures in order to maintain  KidsAbility's high quality of care for clients and  families. 


• Work with the leadership team to promote a positive work culture environment within the clinic and community. 


• Facilitate  monthly clinical meetings with each OT  to review clients, goals, targets, schedules, etc..  

• Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding,  orientation, and training schedules for new OTs. 
  


•  Help with creation and/or delegation of parent resources,  information handouts related to occupational  therapy and act as liaison for any major projects  that involve OT services. 
  


• Perform additional lead duties as requested by Clinical Supervisor and Director.

Preferences:

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Must work effectively and professionally in a team environment


• Collaborate cohesively in a multidisciplinary team.


• Work independently


• Demonstrate superior organization, time management and planning skills


• Want to be involved in professional development


• Show commitment to innovation in teaching and learning


• Show commitment to evidence based practice and measurable goals


• Must be very comfortable presenting workshops and presentations


• Experience working with children with Autism


• Additional training in Sensory Processing is required for this position

Start Date

• Immediate

Hours

• 8:00-5:00pm Monday- Friday schedule

Contract Length

• 2.5 years (30 months)

Salary

$70,000.00- 75,000.00 KYD per year

Pension

5% contribution from employer + 5% contribution from employee

Health

$100 monthly towards health plan of choice or 50% of basic health plan.

Gas Mileage

$70CI/ month (when more than 12 out of clinic visits).

Phone

$20CI/month towards phone credit.

Relocation Flight

Up to $1000usd for initial flight to Grand Cayman 

Vacation

2 weeks paid vacation + 2 weeks unpaid vacation

Public Holidays

11 paid public holidays per year

Sick Days

As per the Cayman Islands Labour Law: 10 sick days per year

We thank all applicants, however, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

KidsAbility Ltd.

8 Midtown Plaza, 273 Elgin Avenue.

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

KY1-1112

Please visit our website, instagram or facebook page to learn more about our clinic!

www.kidsability.ky