Speech Language Pathologist

Roles and Responsibilities:

• 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 childrens 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.