Speech and Language Therapist

Job Summary

The Pediatric Speech and Language Therapist is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing disorders in children. The role focuses on improving communication skills and overall functional outcomes using evidence-based, child-centered therapy approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments for pediatric patients
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on assessed needs
• Provide therapy for speech sound disorders, language delays, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and social communication difficulties
• Work with children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, learning difficulties, and neurological conditions
• Deliver feeding and swallowing therapy when applicable
• Educate and coach parents/caregivers on home programs and carryover strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, educators, physicians)
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress accurately
• Maintain clinical documentation in line with professional and regulatory standards
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and continuing professional development
• Create a safe, engaging, and child-friendly therapy environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Speech and Language Therapy / Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid DHA license
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience working with pediatric patients
• Strong knowledge of pediatric speech and language development and assessment tools
• Experience with pediatric speech, language, and communication disorders
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with children and families
• Patience, empathy, and child-centered approach
• Strong documentation, organization, and time-management skills