Occupational Therapist (OT) Pediatric & Adult Care

Caya World

Core Responsibilities

A) Clinical Assessment & Treatment

• Conduct OT assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients
• Provide intervention in areas including (but not limited to):
  
  • sensory processing and regulation
  • fine motor and gross motor development
  • handwriting and school readiness skills
  • activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, toileting support as appropriate)
  • attention, executive functioning and self-management skills
  • emotional regulation support through OT-led strategies
• Deliver 1:1 therapy sessions and structured programs
• Provide parent/caregiver coaching and practical strategies for carryover at home/school, where relevant

B) Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Coordinate care plans with Speech Therapists, Psychologists, Behavior Therapists, and other clinicians as needed
• Participate in case discussions and internal clinical meetings
• Provide written recommendations to support integrated care

C) Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries within required timeframes
• Ensure documentation meets clinic standards, insurer requirements (where applicable), and UAE regulatory expectations
• Maintain professional registration/licensure and adhere to ethical and clinical governance standards

D) Quality & Professional Conduct

• Deliver services aligned to evidence-based practice and clinic SOPs
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and patient safety standards
• Participate in internal training, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Dubai ** existing DHA / CDA Licensure a plus
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred (pediatric experience strongly preferred).
• Strong competency in pediatric assessment and intervention planning
• Familiarity with school support planning and parent training models
• Experience with neurodevelopmental presentations (e.g., ASD, ADHD, developmental delay) is a plus
• Experience in private practice or multidisciplinary clinics is a plus
• Fluent in English ** additional languages (e.g., Arabic, Hindi, Russian, French) are a plus