Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to 3 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS490/2026

Location:

Khayelitsha District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 413 121 per annum, Grade 2: R 482 499 per annum, Grade 3: R 564 822 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

21 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

04 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

ENQUIRIES

Enquiries: Ms. N Sonday Tel: 021 360 4299

NOTE

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

An appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Assist with the management of the Occupational Therapy service at Khayelitsha District Hospital (KDH). Provision of Occupational Therapy services in the specialist field of rehabilitation. Ensure a high quality of service through continuous monitoring and evaluation. Ensure a high standard of service delivery by engaging with clients and perform optimally in the workplace by self-managing. Effective management of human resources and supervisory functions. Participation in training and development including guidance of students.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work after hours.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Basic to intermediate therapeutic knowledge and skills in the management of clients. Ability to be flexible and innovative in response to differing client needs and work within the interdisciplinary team. Knowledge and correct application of internal and external procedures and prescripts, DOHW ethical codes and HPCSA standards of professional practice. Ability to guide and supervise students. Computer literacy in MS Office. Appropriate experience within Mental Health environment.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years' relevant experience after registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 11 years' relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years' relevant experience after registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 21 years' relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Occupational Therapist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:

available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.