Job Openings Speech Language Pathologist

About the job Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description:

  • Assess, diagnose and treat patients using a variety of standardized tests and instruments.
  • Design and implement treatment plans for children with various speech disorders.
  • Identifying children's developmental speech and communication difficulties/disorders;
  • Assessing and treating swallowing and communication difficulties arising from a variety of causes, e.g. congenital problems (such as cleft palate) or acquired disorders after a stroke or injury;
  • Devising, implementing and revising relevant treatment programmes;
  • Advising carers on implementing treatment programmes and training other professionals in therapy delivery;
  • Monitoring and evaluating clients' progress;
  • Working with clients on a one-to-one basis, and in groups, to deliver therapy;
  • Writing and maintaining confidential client case notes and reports, as well as information for clients, carers and other professionals;
  • Work in collaboration with the rest of the team members and assist in providing services within the school setup.

Requirements:

  • Degree/Masters in speech pathology or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • Qualified candidates should have an M. Sc. in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology as well as a B.Sc in Speech and Hearing or in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (ASLP).
  • Experience in working with students on the Autism Spectrum and/or other developmental disability is a plus.