1. Physiotherapist
2. Occupational Therapist
Feed the children-Kenya, an international non profit organization is seeking experienced pediatric therapists for its rehabilitation centre. The rehabilitation centre provides services to: The Abandoned Baby Centre, Dagoretti Children Centre, Dagoretti Special School and conducts CBR outreach programs in Nairobi and Maparasha, Kajiado District.
Physiotherapist
Key Responsibilities
- To assist the rehabilitation coordinator and the rehab team in providing the best physiotherapy services to children with varied disabilities and musculoskeletal disorders.
- Provide holistic physiotherapy services and training to children with focus on physical function and mobility.
- Offer services in a child friendly way.
- Experience in the application of Neurodevelopmental therapy is an advantage.
- Prepare Periodical Progress reports on the children under your care.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized Medical Training College.
- Four (4) years of practice in a hospital or a children’s rehabilitation centre.
- Registered with the Kenya Society of Physiotherapists (KSP) and with a current practicing license.
- Has a valid certificate of good conduct.
- Good Experience and knowledge of Child Protection issues.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Computer literate.
Occupational Therapist
Key Responsibilities
- To assist the rehabilitation Coordinator and rehab team provide best occupational therapy services to children with Physical and mental disabilities.
- Assist Children in areas of self care (toileting, bathing, grooming, dining, writing etc).
- Preparing Children for functional life skills, vocational skills and personal routines.
- Carry out fine motor skills, seating assessment, child development therapies and home visits.
- Offer services in a child friendly way.
- Empower the child to achieve a better and independent life and future.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Occupational therapy from a recognised Medical Training College.
- Four (4) years experience practice in a hospital or a children’s rehabilitation centre.
- Registered with the Kenya Occupational Therapy Association (KOTA) and with a current practicing license.
- Has a valid certificate of good conduct.
- Good Experience and knowledge of Child Protection issues
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Computer literate
If you meet the above requirements, submit an up to date CV and a cover letter, phone and email contacts of three (3) references to hr@feedthechildren.co.ke by 21st May 2010.
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
