1. Curriculum Vitae
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Hester Chanel Vlok

2. Dear Sir/Madam
I wish to apply for a position as an Occupational Therapist at your facility. I am a registered
Occupational Therapist who completed my B. Occupational Therapy degree in 2013 at The University
of The Free State. I worked at Natalspruit Hospital in Katlehong, Gauteng, doing my community
service year in 2014. During my time being a student, as well as during my time in community
service, I was privileged to work in diverse environments, enabling me to learn a lot and stretch my
roots as a young aspiring OT.
I have since worked in a physical rehabilitation setup, dealing with patients of various ages and
physical diagnoses. Currently I work at an in-patient psychiatric facility, now mainly dealing with
adolescent patients, administering treatment with regards to; life and social skills, coping
mechanisms, substance abuse and addiction, learning difficulties and various other aspects of
functionality.
I am a passionate and driven therapist who thrives at the opportunity of a challenge, considering
myself to be a person of integrity who believes in ethical and professional conduct. My working
experience in government and private facilities have equipped me with a compassionate
understanding of different communities. I believe that my clinical experience in physical as well as
mental health settings, has given me the fortunate advantage to follow a holistic, yet person centred
approach when screening, assessing and treating a patient.
Working as an Occupational Therapist my roots have grown and gained stability in the profession
and I enjoy providing quality treatment on individual and group level. I have a special interest in
hands and am aspiring to attain my diploma in hands therapy.
I am an open minded person who is keen on finding innovative solutions to challenges. I am flexible
and have good organisational skills. Although I sometimes tend to take on a lot, I am a good multi-
tasker and perform well under pressure. I am a fun, caring and grounded person thus enabling me to
build good relationships with my co-workers, patients and other professionals. I value working as a
team and strongly believe in treatment as a multi-disciplinary entity. I have the ability to work well
within a team, as well as individually. I am eager to learn and to continuously improve my skills to
deliver the best possible treatment to patients. I therefore enjoy going on workshops and learning
from other experienced professionals.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours Sincerely
Chanel Vlok

3. Curriculum Vitae - Hester Chanel Vlok
Home Address : Plot 33
Alewynspoort
Eikenhof 1472
Postal Address : PO Box 146140
Bracken-Gardens
1452
Telephone numbers : 0720249100
Personal Details
Surname : Vlok
First Names : Hester Chanel
Identity Number : 9103050008088
Passport Number : A02041765
Date of Birth : 05 March 1991
Sex : Female
Marital Status : Unmarried
Dependents : None
Driver’s License : Light Motor Vehicle
Motorcycle
Nationality : South African
Home Language : Afrikaans
Other Languages : English - Speak, read and write fluently

4. Current Employment :
Kenilworth Inc. Group Practice
trading as “COPE” : Akeso Alberton Clinic
15 Clinton Road, New Redruth, Alberton
Date of employment : 6 July 2015
Position Held : Occupational Therapist
Duties include : Conducting group therapy sessions. Administering
assessments. Management of individual cases. Attending
ward rounds and providing feedback regarding patient’s
treatment. Fulfilling administration requirements in line
with HPCSA regulations and as required by COPE for
smooth running of the units. Working as part of a multi-
disciplinary team, including with the psychiatrists. Liaising
with other professionals as necessary.
References : Janine Deiner – 011 9072811
Employment History :
Rita Henn and Partners
Inc : 1st Street, Care Cure Rynmed, Northmead Mall, Benoni
Date of employment : 05 Jan 2015 to 30 June 2015
Position Held : Occupational Therapist
Duties included : Assessing and treatment of patients in a physical sub-
acute and rehabilitation setting. Conducting work and
home visits as well as family meetings. Assessing the
need for, and ordering the necessary equipment for
patients. Fulfilling administration requirements in line with
HPCSA regulations. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary
team including physio therapist, speech therapists,
dieticians, social workers, psychologists and general
practitioners.
References : Aileen Thompson 0827408678
Sheldene Reynolds 0828772543

5. Department of Health : Natalspruit Hospital
Gauteng Province
Date of employment : Jan 2014 to 31 December 2014
Position held : Occupational Therapist (Community Service)
Working all areas on rotation basis
References : Mr. MJ Motupa – 0727529786
- 0110352300 /0656
Other work experience: 2011/2013 - Working part time doing promotions for
various liquor brands in major retail outlets, night clubs
and events
2013 - Private tutor for primary and high school leaners
Practice No : 0592234
OTASA Membership No : 6296
HPCSA Membership No : OT 0086789
Malpractice Insurance : MPS – PSA 2137
Courses attended : Study Reading in Higher Education – (40 Hours) 2010
Alcohol and Drug Abuse & Rehabilitation – January
2013
Occupational Therapist Expo - 14 May 2014, 5 cpd
points
Mirror Therapy - 17 May 2014, 5 cpd points
Bright Star Life Skills - 25-27 June 2014,18 cpd points
Clinical Reasoning and Practical Application of
alternative methods of Splinting – 26 July 2014, 6 cpd
points
Advanced Dynamic Taping Course – 30 October 2014,
4 cpd points
Outcomes-based Rehabilitation Workshop – 9 January
2015, 6 cpd points
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – 7 March
2015, 15 cpd points

6. SAAMS Symposium - 22 August 2015, 6 cpd points
(level 2)
POTS Emotional Regulation Workshop – 7 May 2016, 2
cpd points
The Hand Amplified – 16-17 July 2016 – 14 cpd points
Planned future courses : GMPP Symposium – 23-24 July 2016
Tertiary Education :
University of Free State : B Occupational Therapy – Graduate 2013
Number of study years : 4th
years – 2013 Final year
Subjects : %
ABP408 OT for Education 67
ABT408 OT in Health Practice 68
KAB406 OT Project 69
KAB409 Clinical Practice 53
References : Mrs. Van Jaarsveld – (051)4012829
Community Involvement: Student Church Deacon 2010
Sports : Hockey Action-Residence 2010
Extracurricular Activities: Cheerleading Shimlas 2011
Cultural Events : Stagedoor 2010

7. Schooling
Last school attended : Swellendam High School
Highest grade : Grade 12 – 2009
Subjects : %
Afrikaans – home language 83
English – home language 73
Mathematics 81
Life Sciences 81
Physical Sciences 66
Accountancy 80
Computer Applications Technology 82 30wpm
Mathematics 3 58
Life Orientation 86
Academic Achievements: Medal received in 2004 for maintaining outstanding
academic performance – average 85 % and higher, from
grade 4 to grade 7.
Top 10 academic achiever from 2005 to 2009 (Grade 8
to 12)
Honors colors awarded for Academics - 2007 and 2008
Half Honors colors awarded for Academics – 2009
A – Average matric examinations -2009
Leadership : VCSV – Group Leader 2008 and 2009
Voortrekkers – Leadership camp 2007, leadership
badge awarded
-Hoofleierswag, passed examinations April
2009
- Presidents verkenners award received
Aug 2009
Community Involvement: Sunday school teacher DR Church - 2009
VCSV –Swellendam High School 2005 - 2009
Ikhathali – Cape Peninsula Outreach April 2008
Sport : Hockey – u/14, 2nd
team (u/19)
Netball – u/14, u/16, Matric team

8. Extracurricular Activities: Voortrekkers, Modern Dance, Hip-Hop
(active participation) Dance,Ballroom dancing,
Extracurricular Activities: Horse riding, tennis, water sports, gym, 4x4
(social participation) driving
Cultural Events : High School Mini Arts Festival
+Class Production Plays –
2005 Trompie - Props, stage hand and extra
2007 Jannie gaan Kaap toe – Secretary
2008 MacBeth – 2nd
Witch
+Revue / Head Productions -
2008 - Choreography of various dances
: Dance Productions –
2005 Swellendam Dance Academy – The Last Dance
2006 Swellendam Dance Academy – Cat(ch) a fallen
star – Act 1 , Cats
2008 Julie Petersen Dancing Academy – Aspects of
Dance
2009 Theatre of Dance Association – Dancers for
Dancers- Artscape Theater
2009 Julie Petersen Dancing Academy –Enchantia –
leadrole dancer, Cat
: Dance Examinations taken –
2006 Cape Dance Examinations – Junior One with
Distinction
2007 Cape Dance Examinations – Junior Three with
High Merit
2008 Association of International Dance Teachers –
Preparatory with Highly Commended
Interests : Music and dance, horse riding, choreography of
dances, socializing, organizing functions and events,
“extreme sports”, flying, cars and motorcycles.
References :
Ds. Dirkie van Heerden, DR Church Buffelsjagrivier : 0828237529
Mrs Alet Streicher, Voortrekker Commando Leader : 0829368969
Mrs Riana Human, Teacher : 0832337445