- Conduct evaluations of individuals with disabilities to identify their specific needs for occupational therapy.
- Deliver direct therapy to individuals with disabilities to help develop their daily living skills.
- Assess the need for home modifications for individuals with disabilities and establish tailored specifications.
- Collaborate with local rehabilitation NGOs to create a referral system.
- Support individuals with disabilities in engaging in social activities.
- Evaluate the requirements for prosthetic devices for individuals with disabilities.
- Assist in training community workers and caregivers to help them with daily tasks.
- Assess the abilities of individuals with disabilities for vocational training and monitor their progress until training completion.
- Oversee the execution of the occupational therapy plan within the project.
- Supervise and train occupational therapy assistants in executing scheduled activities and tasks.
- Maintain professional and efficient documentation, ensuring accountability.
- Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and other periodic reports and statistics as needed.
- Design, coordinate, and lead community awareness sessions for local leaders, families, and community members on disability inclusion, early intervention, and strategies to enhance participation in daily life.
- Provide specialized training and technical guidance to rehabilitation staff (e.g., physiotherapy assistants, social workers), school personnel (e.g., kindergarten teachers, administrators), and other stakeholders.
Intervention Sectors
Children & Youth
Disability
Education
Health
Location
- Lebanon
- South Lebanon
- Tyr (Sour)
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
800 to 1200 (USD)
Contract Type
Part Time
Application Submission Guidelines
Application Submission Guidelines:
- Please send your CV, specifying the position you are applying for, to the following email addresses:
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience
- Experience working with children
- Experience in an NGO setting is a plus
- Proven experience in community settings or with a Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) model
- Demonstrated skills in supervision, training, and report writing
- Experience working with diverse age groups, as "persons with disabilities" encompasses a lifespan approach, although children are the primary focus
Important Note:
- The position is limited to the Tyre area; any applications from outside this region will be rejected.
Requires a Cover Letter?
No
Experience Requirements
1 to 2 years
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Arabic
Fluent
English
Very Good
French
None
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No