Senior / Speech & Language Therapist

Job description

• To assess and identify speech, language and functional needs of children and adolescents
• Develop treatment plans and, provide evidenced-based group and individual therapy for children with:
• Speech and language delays,
• Language and communication disorders,
• Feeding and swallowing disorders,
• Autism and,
• Other development disorders

Responsibilities

• Formulate and deliver a complete specialized speech and language therapy program based on sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options
• Effectively write SLT assessment reports
• Maintain files and records for the purpose of documenting activities
• Maintain inventory of equipment and resources and, to keep supplies in a clean and usable condition
• Participate in quality improvement projects and develop new therapy programs
• Facilitating groups and develop IEPs related to SLT services in CDC Early Intervention Program

Job requirement

• Minimum Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Holds a valid practicing certificate with Allied Health Professions Council
• Advantage: Experience in Paediatric Population
• Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in team and independently
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
• A resourceful person and team player
• Committed to stay competent and up-to-date with current practices

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental, AWS