Occupational/Physiotherapist

Job title:              Occupational/Physiotherapist

Department:      Physiotherapy

Reports to:         Project coordinator.

Supervision:      Mid-level therapist

Duty Station:     Kismayu, Jubbaland state of Somalia.

JOB SUMMARY

The physiotherapist, occupational and orthopedic is required to manage people with range of conditions including; including neurological, neuro musculoskeletal, Orthopedic, cardiovascular and respiratory and book them regularly for follow up and continued treatment where required/refer in line with LWF country strategies through provision of oversight to ensure expected program objectives are achieved.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with patients who have a range of conditions, including neurological, neuro musculoskeletal, Orthopedic, cardiovascular and respiratory and book them regularly for follow up and continued treatment where required/refer
• Diagnose, assess and treat their physical problem/condition
• Develop and review treatment programs that encourage exercise and movement by the use of a range of techniques;
• Involve parents and care givers in the treatment, review and rehabilitation of patients and educate them about how to prevent and/or improve conditions at homebased level;
• Write patient case notes/human interest stories and reports and collect statistics where needed;
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals as needed to exchange information about the progress of patients, as well as to refer patients who require other medical attention and for further treatments;
• Keep up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patients;
• Be legally responsible and accountable, caring, compassionate and professional at all times;
• Manage clinical risk, adhere to standards of patient care, treatment protocols and documentation standards for the facility
• Performing all key functions with regard to Physical therapy and additional, other related functions as directed when appropriate and also adhering to standards of performance as required by the institution

• Diploma in physiotherapy/Occupational
• Proven experience of minimum 3 years working within a humanitarian and development programme.
• Experience gained with an international NGO will be an added advantage.
• Valid license for practicing

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, use of internet and email
• Good in-depth knowledge and understanding of humanitarian principles and protection frameworks, tools and minimum standards.
• Ability to liaise with a variety of people successfully and effectively in a multicultural set up.
• Ability to work independently.
• Fluent in written and spoken English with strong presentation skills.

A person of high integrity that will model LWF/WS Kenya Somalia Program core values:

•             Dignity and justice

•             Compassion and commitment

•             Respect for diversity

•             Inclusion and participation

“LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.”

Job application procedure

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Disclosure: LWF participates in the The Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (misconduct-disclosure-scheme.org), which requires LWF to conduct reference checks with prior employers including questions about employee misconduct. By proceeding with this job application, you consent to LWF requesting a Statement of Conduct from your previous employers. This Statement of Conduct is requested from previous employers for all candidates for employment and provided to all employers that request it from LWF.

Qualified candidates who are interested in the above position should submit an updated detailed CV and application letter (in English), giving a day time telephone contact and email addresses of 3 (three) work referees to:

Closing date: 27^th May 2024.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

NB: The position is open for Somalia Nationals only.

Apply by: May 27, 2024