Senior Speech Therapist

Hamsa Rehab; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialized pediatric rehab

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Career advancement

Job summary

HAMSA Rehab – HAMSA Kids in Chennai is seeking a Senior Speech Therapist to join the pediatric rehabilitation team. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized intervention plans, and deliver therapy for speech, language, feeding, and swallowing disorders in children.

You will supervise junior therapists, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and guide parents on home-based programs while upholding HAMSA Rehab's clinical standards and patient safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP/MASLP) or equivalent.
• RCI registration valid, as applicable.
• Minimum 5+ years of clinical experience in pediatric speech and language therapy.
• Strong expertise in pediatric language disorders, feeding, and developmental delays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric speech, language, articulation, and feeding assessments.
• Develop individualized evidence-based intervention plans.
• Provide therapy for speech, language, feeding, and swallowing difficulties.
• Supervise and mentor junior speech therapists.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and guide parents on home programs.
• Ensure adherence to HAMSA Rehab's clinical protocols and safety standards.

Skills

Pediatric assessment

AAC knowledge

Clinical supervision

Multidisciplinary coordination

Parent communication

Education

BASLP/MASLP

RCI registration

Job description

Department: Pediatric Rehabilitation & Speech Therapy

Designation: Senior Speech Therapist

Company Description

Senior Speech Therapist – HAMSA Kids

Company: HAMSA Rehab – HAMSA Kids

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Department: Pediatric Rehabilitation & Speech Therapy

Designation: Senior Speech Therapist

Company Description

HAMSA Rehab is a specialized rehabilitation center in Chennai, providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary rehabilitation services. Through its dedicated pediatric rehabilitation services, HAMSA Kids focuses on supporting children with developmental delays, speech and language disorders, communication difficulties, neurological conditions, and other special needs.

Our multidisciplinary team of experienced rehabilitation professionals delivers evidence-based, child-centered therapeutic interventions designed to improve communication, functional independence, learning abilities, and overall quality of life. HAMSA Kids is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care while actively involving parents and caregivers in each child's developmental journey.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Senior Speech Therapist to join our HAMSA Kids pediatric rehabilitation team in Chennai.

The Senior Speech Therapist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive pediatric speech and language assessments, developing individualized intervention plans, and providing specialized therapy for children with speech, language, communication, feeding, and swallowing difficulties.

The role also involves supervising and mentoring junior speech therapists, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, guiding parents on home-based therapy programs, and ensuring high standards of clinical service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, articulation, fluency, voice, and social communication disorders in children.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based speech and language therapy plans based on each child's developmental needs.
• Assess and manage children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other developmental or neurological conditions.
• Provide specialized interventions for receptive and expressive language delays, speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and social communication difficulties.
• Assess and manage pediatric feeding and swallowing difficulties within professional competency and clinical protocols.
• Implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies, including PECS and other appropriate communication systems.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions using child-friendly, play-based, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Monitor children’s progress, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and periodically review treatment goals.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, pediatricians, special educators, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate parents and caregivers regarding therapeutic goals, communication strategies, and home-based intervention programs.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide clinical guidance to junior speech therapists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits, quality improvement activities, and professional development programs.
• Ensure adherence to HAMSA Rehab's clinical protocols, ethical standards, and patient safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP/MASLP) or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Valid Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) registration, as applicable.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant clinical experience, preferably in pediatric speech and language therapy.
• Strong expertise in pediatric communication disorders, language delays, articulation disorders, and developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with children diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, GDD, Cerebral Palsy, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Knowledge of AAC systems, pediatric feeding and swallowing management, and early intervention techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex pediatric cases independently and guide junior therapists.
• Excellent communication, clinical documentation, leadership, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• A compassionate, patient-centered approach with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Preferred Skills

• Pediatric Speech and Language Assessment
• Autism Spectrum Disorder Intervention
• Early Childhood Intervention
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Therapy
• Parent Counselling and Family Education
• Clinical Supervision and Team Mentoring
• Individualized Therapy Planning
• Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation
• Evidence-Based Pediatric Therapy

Why Join HAMSA Kids?

• Opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric rehabilitation environment.
• Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Manage diverse and complex pediatric rehabilitation cases.
• Contribute to children’s communication development and functional independence.
• Opportunities for clinical leadership, professional development, and career advancement.

Work Location: Thoraipakkam

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Experience Required: 5+ Years

• Join HAMSA Kids and make a meaningful difference in every child's communication and developmental journey.