Occupational Therapist - Hong Kong Housing Society

(Ref: OCCT-ERC)

The Elderly Resources Centre (ERC) is one of the new initiatives launched by the Hong Kong Housing Society with the vision to promote the well-being of elderly through providing appropriate advice and consultations to match with their changing needs in housing as a result of aging. The ERC aims to educate elderly in home safety while providing one-stop referral service to the needy elderly on housing, social, health and other related aspects. We are now looking for competent professionals for the following position:

The Job

Provide O.T. specific professional services in health education, individual assessment and consultation for community-dwelled elderly
Assist in development and management of the daily operation of the Centre
Promote services of the Centre within Aging-in-Place perspectives
Develop collaborative relationship with outside elderly service providers
Conduct generic health talks and assist in planning and conducting outreach programs
Advise the optimal choice on the design and maintenance of materials, tools and equipments required by the Centre
Initiate, implement and participate in research studies or projects
Carry out any other duties as assigned by supervisor deem appropriate

The Person

Degree Holder in Occupational Therapy of equivalent, with Certificate of Registration (Part 1) and a valid Practicing Certificate issued by the Occupational Therapy Board, Hong Kong
Minimum of 5 years' working experience as occupational therapist in community settings or recognized health care institutes, in which at least 3 years should be in community elderly/geriatric services
Previous exposure to promotion of health, well being and public education, domiciliary OT service and environmental modifications preferred
Willing to work in a community primary health setting
Self motivated and strong team player
Competent in planning and managing projects independently
Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of English and Chinese

Good connection with various service providers and stakeholders in health care and elderly services sector is definitely and advantage
Mature, service-oriented and attentive to details
Good PC knowledge
Attractive remuneration package will be offered to suitable candidates. To apply, please send your application with full resume and reference quoted to Human Resources Manager by fax: 2882 4466 or by e-mail: hr_recruit@hkhs.com

Applicants not invited for interview within 8 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.
You are welcome to visit our website www.hkhs.com to learn more about us.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Housing Society's personal data policies which is available in our website and obtainable upon request. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Housing Society and all personal data of unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed within 6 months upon completion of the relevant recruitment exercises.