Join Jadi Africa Safaris for a physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and autism support placement in Kenya. This hands-on program is ideal for students who want to build practical skills while making a real impact in Africa.
What You Will Experience
During this placement, you will gain experience in outpatient and inpatient settings. You will also support children with cerebral palsy and autism during therapy sessions in a hospital environment. Additionally, the program offers occupational therapy for children, giving you practical exposure to therapy methods and family-centered care.
Your Role
Using manual therapy, simple equipment, and natural methods like heat and cold, you will help clients reduce pain and improve movement. While full recovery may not always be possible, you will help patients adapt and live meaningful lives within their abilities.
Working with Autism
As part of your experience, you will:
✅ Assist in therapy sessions for children with autism
✅ Support social skills and communication activities
✅ Learn practical strategies for behavior management
✅ Work with families to provide consistent care and learning
This part of the placement helps you understand autism in a real-world, low-resource setting while building your confidence in therapy and support work.
What You Will Learn
Throughout your placement, you will:
✅ Evaluate muscle, nerve, lung, and heart function
✅ Measure joint movement and muscle strength
✅ Test sensation and nerve responses
✅ Understand and assess pain in clients
✅ Observe and analyze posture and movement
✅ Perform lung capacity tests
✅ Educate communities about healthy living
✅ Guide families on managing chronic conditions
Additionally, you will build your ability to adapt therapy for diverse needs, including autism and cerebral palsy.
Why Join This Placement?
By joining, you will:
✅ Gain practical clinical experience in Kenya
✅ Develop your skills in rehabilitation, autism support, and patient care
✅ Work alongside local therapists and healthcare teams
✅ Contribute to community education and health improvement
✅ Explore Kenya while growing your medical and therapy career
Ready to Apply?
Start your physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and autism placement in Kenya today with Jadi Africa Safaris.
✨ Message us now on WhatsApp for program details:
+254 780 558 886
Or email: info@jadisafaris.com