Junior Occupational Therapist

About this role

Organization: Begegnung e.V. Duty Station: Addis Ababa (Ferensay Legasion) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: 29,000 ETB Gross Application Deadline: 15 working days Post Summary Begegnung e.V. is a non-profit/humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting socially deprived and disabled children through inclusive education and community empowerment. Promoting the rights, inclusion, and wellbeing of children with disabilities through community-based rehabilitation, education, and family support services. We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Junior Occupational Therapist to join our team and support our ongoing programs serving children and families, including those with physical and developmental disabilities. Position Summary The Junior Occupational Therapist will work under the supervision of senior occupational therapist to provide occupational therapy services to children with severe multiple disability, including assessment, intervention planning, and direct therapeutic support. The role also involves close collaboration with families, caregivers, and community-based teams to promote functional independence, inclusion, and improved quality of life for beneficiaries. Key Responsibilities Conduct initial assessments and functional evaluations of children with severe multiple disabilities for therapy services Develop and implement individualized therapy plans in collaboration with senior OT. Provide group and one to one therapeutic interventions in the therapy room to improve children daily living skills, mobility, and functional independence Support home-based and family-focus rehabilitation activities, including home visits where required Educate and train parents/caregivers on home-based therapy techniques and assistive strategies Maintain accurate case documentation, progress notes, and beneficiary records Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case review discussions Support the identification and provision of appropriate assistive devices Contribute to project reporting, monitoring, and data collection as required Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor