Occupational Therapist

**Occupational Therapist - Full-Time / Locum / Internship**

Location: On-site - Sibu Town, Sarawak

Talent Buddy Child Learning and Education Center

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their fullest potential? Do you want to work in a multidisciplinary team that transforms young lives every day?

Talent Buddy Child Learning and Education Center is expanding and we’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team in Sibu Town.

**About Us**

Talent Buddy is a certified child development center offering a wide range of services including occupational therapy, speech therapy, child psychology, applied behavior analysis (ABA), special education, early intervention programs (EIP) and play therapy.

We serve children with developmental delays, autism, ADHD, GDD, intellectual disabilities, learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia and behavioral challenges.

We believe that early, professional and compassionate intervention can change the trajectory of a child's life — and we’re looking for someone who shares that vision.

**Key Responsibilities**

As an Occupational Therapist at Talent Buddy, you will:

- Conduct functional assessments for children with diverse developmental and behavioral conditions.
- Develop customized, goal-based treatment plans based on client needs.
- Deliver one-on-one or group occupational therapy sessions to children with:

- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
- Down Syndrome
- Dyslexia
- Intellectual Disability (ID)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including speech therapists, special educators, child psychologists and ABA therapists.
- Monitor and document progress, adjust interventions as needed.
- Engage with parents or caregivers to provide education and strategies for home-based support.
- Participate in community outreach, awareness campaigns and therapy workshops (optional).

**Qualifications & Skills**

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field
- Valid license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Malaysia
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese or Iban
- Passion for working with children and making a meaningful difference in their lives

**Preferred Experience/Skills**:

- Experience in pediatric occupational therapy, especially in developmental and behavioral cases
- Strong ability to conduct standardized assessments
- Skilled in developing individualized therapy programs
- Patient, empathetic and adaptable when working with children
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a team setting
- Basic report writing and documentation skills
- Ability to build strong rapport with parents, caregivers and educators

**Working Hours**
- Flexible schedule based on appointment slots or center hours
- Full-time therapists may work 5.5 days per week (negotiable)
- Internship and locum opportunities offer flexible arrangements

**Salary & Benefits**
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (negotiable)
- Opportunity for growth into a senior therapist, supervisor or team leader role
- Access to internal training and workshops
- Supportive work environment with like-minded professionals
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of special education and therapy services in East Malaysia

**How to Apply**

If you’re ready to make a difference and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

Contact us via WhatsApp or request a face-to-face meeting to learn more.

Phone Number: 0128338590

Address: 1st Floor, 2D, Jalan Laichee, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak

Let’s work together to bring hope, support, and progress to children who need it most.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: RM2,200.00 - RM2,800.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for promotion
- Professional development

Work Location: In person