Psychiatrische Dienste Aargau AG
Windisch
Occupational Therapist 60%
- 26 September 2026
- 60%
- Windisch
Job summary
We're looking for a dedicated Ergotherapist for our day clinic. Join us to provide impactful therapies for children and youth.
Tasks
- Offer individual and group therapies for children with mental health issues.
- Implement evidence-based occupational therapy focused on youth.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve therapeutic goals.
Skills
- Diploma in Ergotherapy or equivalent, with experience in mental health.
- Strong social skills to engage with young patients effectively.
- Ability to think innovatively and work independently.
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About the job
For our day clinic, we are looking for you to start immediately or by arrangement as
Responsibilities
- You offer individual and group therapies for children and adolescents with a mental illness
- You implement occupational therapy treatment (with a focus on children and adolescents) based on evidence and adapt your interventions according to scientific developments
- You are part of the interprofessional treatment team and actively contribute to achieving therapeutic goals within the overall treatment
- You competently implement occupational therapy treatment within the treatment concept and support its further development with your expertise
- You participate in interprofessional collaboration, including attending patient-related case discussions, reports, team meetings, and supervisions
- You produce professionally sound documentation
Profile
- Qualified occupational therapist (BSc, FH, HF) or equivalent recognised training in Switzerland with experience in occupational therapy work with mentally ill children and adolescents
- Strong social skills in dealing with mentally ill children and adolescents
- Ability to think and act in a networked, conceptual, and innovative manner
- You work independently, in a structured way and are characterised by flexibility, teamwork, and resilience
Benefits
Questions about the position?
Belén Vazquez
Lead Psychologist