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Handicap International

Disability-focused humanitarian aid and empowerment

Terapeuta Ocupacional

Full-TimeUpdated
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Mid
Bachelor's
Caracas, Capital District, Venezuela
In PersonOn-site in Caracas; availability to travel is required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryRehabilitation Therapies

About the job

Requirements
  • A university professional qualification in Occupational Therapy is required.
  • At least 2 years of proven clinical experience managing trauma, acute and post-acute care, complex fractures, amputations, and spinal cord or peripheral injuries is required.
  • Demonstrated clinical management of rehabilitation for beneficiaries and their caregivers in HI is required.
  • Knowledge and ability to apply HI standards, guidelines, and policies for rehabilitation professions and services are required.
  • Ability to strengthen professional rehabilitation skills in humanitarian settings, including through training, technical coaching, and support for changes in practice, is required.
  • Fluent Spanish is required.
  • Proficiency with emergency data-collection tools SurveyCTO and Kobo Collect, and Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is required.
  • Ability to follow processes and procedures rigorously, simplify and prioritize functional triage, and write accurate technical reports in Spanish is required.
  • Ability to connect physical rehabilitation objectives with early identification of protection risks and referral needs to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support services is required.
  • Ability to make safe clinical and operational decisions autonomously when direct supervision is unavailable is required.
  • Ability to identify personal limits and manage stress to prevent burnout during rapid deployment is required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support to projects in accordance with applicable technical frameworks and standards.
  • Follow international technical standards during clinical activities within the relevant specialty and during community awareness activities when applicable.
  • Adapt project technical documentation when needed to align with institutional and international standards, and identify documentation that needs updating or adaptation.
  • Promote knowledge and application of rehabilitation standards among multidisciplinary team members.
  • Ensure technical quality and relevance of therapeutic activities within the role's area of competence.
  • Provide technical support to Project Managers and specialists, and promptly inform the technical point of contact of identified technical needs.
  • When appropriate, support coordination and collaboration with project technical partners as delegated by a specialist or Project Manager.
  • Adjust activities in response to recommendations from audits or quality-assurance processes.
  • Continuously strengthen technical skills by applying lessons learned and good practices identified during project implementation.
  • Observe the ethical and professional standards of the occupation, the organization's code of conduct, and its policies.
  • Assess beneficiaries' functional abilities and rehabilitation needs, including those of their caregivers.
  • Develop individualized therapy plans.
  • Provide rehabilitation services, including therapeutic care, therapeutic education, and assistive devices, to beneficiaries and their caregivers.
  • Adapt treatment plans according to clinical progress and the needs of beneficiaries and their caregivers.
  • Adapt exercises and recommendations to support continuity of rehabilitation at home, and propose home modifications when necessary.
  • Provide person-centered care that respects safety, dignity, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards.
  • Inform and train beneficiaries and caregivers about rehabilitation, exercises, and adaptations to continue at home.
  • Apply appropriate referral pathways and identify, document, and report referrals to other specialized services.
  • Share health-promotion messages with households and communities concerning rehabilitation and prevention of complications.
  • Keep beneficiary records current, documenting activities performed and changes in their condition.
  • Monitor beneficiaries' overall progress and treatment plans in collaboration with the health, rehabilitation, and protection professionals involved in their care.
  • Prepare daily quantitative and qualitative activity reports using project monitoring tools.
  • Ensure global and field technical specialists receive necessary information, collaborate with technical divisions when needed, and share changes in circumstances that may affect target populations or the project.
  • Collect information for lessons learned and scientific documentation, and participate in qualitative project analysis to adapt activities to beneficiary needs and context.
  • Contribute to technical learning processes by reporting good practices to the technical specialist or project manager.
  • Contribute to HI's recognition for rehabilitation expertise at national and international conferences.
  • Support information-sharing with relevant services and territorial authorities.
  • Mobilize HI technical resources within the role's area of responsibility according to identified needs.
  • Contribute to emergency preparedness measures and, during emergencies, adapt working methods to support an effective humanitarian response.
  • Conduct a self-assessment of clinical practice to identify strengths and areas for professional improvement.
  • Define a professional development plan with the technical point of contact and participate in the selected professional development activities, such as communities of practice and training.
  • Contribute to analysis of professional practice with colleagues to support continuous development of clinical practice.
Desired Qualifications
  • English proficiency at B1 level is desirable.

About the company

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Handicap International

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Handicap International, also known as Humanity & Inclusion, is an international non-profit organization focused on disability. It works with people with disabilities in diverse settings—from conflict zones to development contexts—to improve their access to essential services, rehabilitation, livelihoods, and inclusion. The organisation delivers aid and support through programmes in about 60 countries and responds to emergencies, helping people become self-reliant. It operates through a network of eight national associations (Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA) that provide funding, resources, and project management. Unlike some aid groups, it is non-governmental, non-religious, non-political, and non-profit, centering the needs and rights of people with disabilities. Its goal is to enable people with disabilities to participate fully in society and to strengthen their independence and resilience in all contexts.

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 Afghanistan program served 730 children, proving scalable, measurable impact.
  • June 2026 HI reported 177 OPD respondents, strengthening advocacy leadership and policy leverage.
  • September 2026 Ukraine accreditation enables revenue-generating clearance work and deeper field credibility.

What critics are saying

  • January 2025 U.S. stop-work orders terminated 20 contracts and 30 projects.
  • By May 2026, only three U.S.-funded projects remained active, crushing program continuity.
  • Aid contractions threaten permanent closure of disability partners; HI's services depend on donor rebounds.

What makes Handicap International unique

  • August 2026 stimulation therapy in Afghanistan links malnutrition recovery with developmental rehab.
  • March 2026 Ukraine demining launch shows deep mine-action expertise in conflict zones.
  • Rwanda 3D-scanning partnership customizes prosthetics for remote patients and refugees.

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Humanity & Inclusion
Aug 20th, 2026
Fighting child malnutrition in Afghanistan.

Fighting child malnutrition in Afghanistan. Health Rehabilitation Afghanistan Humanity & Inclusion has provided stimulation therapy to over 700 toddlers to combat developmental delays caused by malnutrition. Mahira at the centre during a session of Stimulation Therapy | (C) HI The importance of stimulation therapy. Nearly 3.7 million children between 6 months and 5 years old suffered from acute malnutrition in 2025 and 2026 in Afghanistan, around 26% of them severely. Many families struggle to provide their children with even the most basic necessities, including food and health services. For young children, malnutrition heightens the risk of lasting developmental delays, including the inability to stand or to walk. The families supported by its teams. Humanity & Inclusion (HI)'s stimulation therapy services are provided to children aged 6months to 5 years old. The intervention focuses on strengthening children's cognitive, social, emotional, language, and motor development while supporting their nutritional recovery. The families HI supports are among the poorest, drawn from host communities, returnee households, and other at-risk populations. HI provides them with health and nutrition services. Many caregivers also require guidance and practical support to promote their children's development and recovery alongside nutritional treatment. The sessions. The program consists of a cycle of seven sessions over two weeks - always paired with nutrition support from a partner NGO. Each session lasts approximately 30 to 45 minutes and includes age-appropriate play activities, developmental stimulation, and coaching for caregivers to help them continue the activities at home. The caregiver, usually the mother, is always involved. Whenever possible, sessions are coordinated with nutrition follow-up. For example, in Kunduz, children who attend the nutrition department on Monday and Thursday to receive treatment for malnutrition can attend their stimulation therapy session on the same day. For families who miss an appointment, the HI team conducts follow-up phone calls and sends reminders to encourage attendance and completion of the seven-session program. Most beneficiaries attend their scheduled sessions regularly and successfully complete the full cycle. At the end of the seven sessions, mothers see their children standing and attempting to walk. Where HI provides stimulation therapy. HI provides stimulation therapy services at Kunduz Regional Hospital, where a dedicated stimulation therapy unit has been established between the inpatient and outpatient departments. In addition, stimulation therapy services are provided at Atatürk Child Health Hospital in Kabul. Most recently, HI launched stimulation therapy activities in Injil District, Herat Province. HI currently has one dedicated stimulation therapist at each implementation site (in Kunduz, Kabul, and Herat). In total, three HI staff in total are currently providing stimulation therapy services. 730 children supported. Since the introduction of the activity in mid-August 2025, HI has provided stimulation therapy services to 730 children across two provinces - Kunduz and Kabul (data on Herat are not yet available). Of these, 348 were boys and 382 were girls. Date published: 20/08/26 Where Humanity & Inclusion work Choose a country change a life

Nile Post
Jul 24th, 2026
CoRSU's third anuual Disability Walk targets shs400m for children with Disability.

CoRSU's third anuual Disability Walk targets shs400m for children with Disability. Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for People with Disability in Uganda (CoRSU Hospital) has launched the third edition of the CoRSU Disability Walk, a nationwide fundraising and disability awareness campaign aimed at raising Shs400 million to provide life-changing surgical and rehabilitation services for 100 children living with disabilities. The annual charity walk, scheduled for Sunday, 4 October 2026 at the MUBS Sports Ground, is expected to bring together thousands of Ugandans, government leaders, corporate organisations, development partners, healthcare professionals, families and disability advocates in a collective effort to improve access to specialised rehabilitation services while promoting disability inclusion across the country. The campaign is organised by CoRSU Hospital in partnership with EMKA Foundation, MUBS, Crown Beverages Limited (Pepsi and Nivana), Great Outdoors, Humanity & Inclusion and Uganda Development Corporation (UDC), with additional partners expected to join as preparations continue. CoRSU also recognised the contribution of donors, including CBM, Hope and Healing International, Smile Train and Miracle Feet, whose support continues to complement proceeds from the annual walk. This year's fundraising target will directly support comprehensive surgical and rehabilitation care for 100 children, with each child requiring an average of Shs4 million for surgery, therapy, assistive devices and follow-up rehabilitation. The funds will also help strengthen critical rehabilitation infrastructure, enabling CoRSU Hospital to reach more children in need of specialised care. The campaign comes amid growing demand for paediatric orthopaedic and rehabilitation services in Uganda, where nearly 300 children remain on surgical waiting lists every year due to inadequate funding. Topics you might like. By achieving this year's target, CoRSU aims to reduce the annual backlog of unfunded surgeries by approximately 33 percent, giving more children an opportunity to walk, attend school, play and live more independent lives. Now in its third year, the CoRSU Disability Walk has grown into one of Uganda's leading disability advocacy initiatives, bringing communities and institutions together around the shared goal of ensuring disability does not become a barrier to opportunity. The initiative continues to make a significant impact. During the 2025 edition, the campaign raised more than Shs71 million, enabling 17 children to receive orthopaedic and plastic surgeries, 21 patients to access rehabilitation services, and 62 patients to benefit from other specialised medical care. The achievements build on CoRSU Hospital's wider contribution since its establishment in 2006. The hospital has conducted more than 70,000 life-changing surgeries and rehabilitated over 100,000 patients, making it one of East Africa's leading centres for specialised orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation. Each year, CoRSU performs between 2,500 and 5,246 surgical procedures and provides approximately 12,500 therapy sessions, with children accounting for nearly 80 percent of all surgeries. The launch was presided over by Patrick Menya, a Social Gerontologist from the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, who attended as the Guest of Honour and called on Ugandans to unite in supporting children living with disabilities. "The strength of a nation is reflected in how it cares for its most vulnerable citizens. Every child deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified and productive life regardless of their circumstances," Menya said. He added that the CoRSU Disability Walk represents a commitment to restoring hope, creating opportunities and removing barriers that limit children living with disabilities. "I encourage every Ugandan, every corporate organisation and every institution to join this noble cause on 4th October and help transform lives," he said. Menya also commended CoRSU Hospital and its partners for advancing disability inclusion, noting that collective action is critical in ensuring persons with disabilities enjoy equal opportunities. "Disability inclusion is not solely the responsibility of government; it requires all of us. Initiatives such as the CoRSU Disability Walk demonstrate what can be achieved when government, the private sector, development partners and communities work together," he said. Speaking on behalf of CoRSU Hospital, Chief Executive Officer Robert Ochai said the campaign represents an investment in Uganda's future and the wellbeing of children. "Behind every child waiting for surgery is a family waiting for hope. Every contribution made through this campaign translates into a child walking again, returning to school, gaining confidence and living a fuller life," Ochai said. He said the hospital's target this year reflects the growing need for specialised care but expressed confidence that support from partners, sponsors and the public will help transform the lives of at least 100 children. "Together, we can prove that disability should never define a child's future," Ochai added. According to the Uganda National Population and Housing Census, 12.5 percent of Uganda's population lives with some form of disability, while many childhood disabilities can be prevented or effectively managed through timely access to specialised healthcare. However, for many families, the cost of treatment remains unaffordable, making initiatives such as the CoRSU Disability Walk a lifeline for children whose futures depend on timely medical intervention. Members of the public, corporate organisations, schools, families and development partners have been encouraged to participate in the 3rd CoRSU Disability Walk on Sunday, 4 October 2026 at MUBS Sports Ground through sponsorships, donations and team registrations. Every step taken and every contribution made will help restore mobility, dignity and hope to children living with disabilities.

Humanity & Inclusion US
Mar 25th, 2025
HI, Alarmed by Disproportionate Aid Cuts Affecting Persons with Disabilities, Urges States to Uphold Inclusion in International Cooperation

On the occasion of the 3rd Global Disability Summit, civil society organizations, such as HI, are joining Organizations of Persons with Disabilities in urging governments to systematically and demonstrably fulfill the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) through concrete implementation plans.

Humanity & Inclusion US
Mar 18th, 2025
Humanity & Inclusion Welcomes Two New Board Members

SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND - Humanity & Inclusion is pleased to announce that Ana Bilik and Sara Goldberg have joined its U.S. Board of Directors.

VoxelMatters
Apr 23rd, 2024
Artec 3D and Handicap International enter medical partnership

Artec 3D, a leading 3D scanning hardware and software developer, has partnered with Handicap International, an NGO fostering Humanity and Inclusion around the world, to customize medical devices for patients in Rwanda.