SPEECH THERAPIST - PART TIME

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assesses and provides individualized Speech Therapy intervention for children with a wide range of speech and language challenges (eg. Apraxia of Speech or Specific Language Impairment)
• Conducts group Speech Therapy classes (eg. in the areas of socialization and communication)
• Establishes good therapist-parent relationships through regular feedback and open communication; provides parents and caregivers with updates on the child’s progress and relevant home strategies and recommendations after each session with the child
• Update parents regarding sessions and progress after each session (text/photos/videos etc)
• Updating case notes post-sessions regularly and independently
• Establishes a good network of and maintains good relations with other professionals in the field
• Be proactive in keeping abreast of developments in the field of Pediatric Speech Therapy
• Complies with the regulations and guidelines of AHPC

Requirements:

• Diploma, degree, or post-graduate qualification in speech therapy from a recognized university.
• Registered and complies with the regulations under the Allied Health Professions Act 2011.
• Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of early intervention strategies
• Possesses ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with the children and families
• At least 3 years experience working with children would be preferable
• Good interpersonal communication skills