Speech Language Pathologist

Thanal Trust; Kannur; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Thanal Trust's Early Intervention Center in Kerala seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to assess and treat children with communication, feeding and social interaction challenges. The role involves collaborative work with a multidisciplinary team and family coaching for home-based strategies.

Candidates should hold BASLP or MASLP with RCI registration and gain exposure to digital documentation and modern pediatric rehabilitation methods within a center focused on autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate BASLP or B.Sc. (Speech & Hearing) is required.
• Postgraduate MASLP or M.Sc. in Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology is preferred for advanced roles.
• RCI Certification and CRR number are mandatory to practice in India.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments of speech, language, communication, feeding and swallowing.
• Develop individualized therapy goals and treatment plans.
• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team including doctors, therapists and psychologists.
• Counsel caregivers and train families in home-based language stimulation and feeding strategies.
• Engage in academic discussions, case reviews and community outreach.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Digital documentation

Education

BASLP (Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology)

MASLP or M.Sc. in Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Zoho-based clinical management software

Job description

Job Description:

Our Early Intervention Center is an multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation setup dedicated to comprehensive assessment, intervention, and family-centered care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders from 0–13 years of age.

The center functions with an expert multidisciplinary team comprising:

• Doctors-Rehab Physician
• Speech Language Pathologists
• Physiotherapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Clinical Psychologists
• Special Educators
• Developmental Therapists

We provide evidence-based, child-centered intervention for children with:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Cerebral Palsy
• Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
• Speech & Language Disorders
• Genetic Conditions including Down Syndrome
• Feeding & Swallowing Difficulties
• Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)-Role Overview

The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, intervention planning, therapy implementation, caregiver counseling, and multidisciplinary coordination for children with communication, speech, language, feeding, and social interaction difficulties.

The position offers extensive clinical exposure in pediatric neurodevelopmental rehabilitation with opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, advanced therapeutic approaches, academic discussions, and community outreach program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assessment & Evaluation

• Conduct detailed speech, language, communication, feeding, and swallowing assessments
• Identify receptive and expressive language difficulties
• Assess articulation, phonology, fluency, voice, and social communication skills
• Evaluate prelinguistic and pre-communication skills in young children
• Perform oral motor and feeding assessments
• Develop individualized therapy goals and treatment plans

2. Therapy & Intervention

Speech & Language Therapy

• Language stimulation therapy
• Receptive and expressive language intervention
• Articulation and phonological therapy
• Fluency shaping and stuttering intervention
• Pragmatic and social communication training

Feeding & Oral Placement Therapy

• Oral motor stimulation
• Feeding intervention for sensory and motor feeding difficulties
• Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) approaches using specialized feeding kits and tools

AAC & Communication Support

• Use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
• PECS/AWAS and picture-based communication systems
• Visual schedules and communication aids

Technology-Assisted Therapy

• Therapy through game-oriented digital applications
• Use of immersive and semi-immersive therapy environments
• Virtual reality-based engagement activities for communication and interaction enhancement

3. Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, doctors, and developmental therapists
• Participate in interdisciplinary case planning and goal setting
• Contribute to holistic rehabilitation planning and outcome monitoring

4. Parent Counseling & Family Training

• Conduct parent guidance and counseling sessions
• Educate caregivers regarding home-based language stimulation and communication strategies
• Train families in feeding techniques, behavior support, and AAC usage
• Support family-centered intervention approaches

5. Academic & Professional Activities

• Participate in weekly academic discussions and case presentations
• Attend multidisciplinary clinical reviews and team meetings
• Engage in evidence-based learning and skill enhancement activities
• Opportunity for exposure to advanced pediatric rehabilitation practices

6. Community Outreach & Awareness Programs

• Participate in developmental screening camps and awareness programs
• Involve in community-based rehabilitation initiatives
• Conduct parent education sessions and public awareness activities related to speech, language, autism, and developmental disorders

Clinical Exposure Offered

• Pediatric speech and language disorders
• Autism spectrum disorders
• ADHD and behavioral communication difficulties
• Cerebral palsy and motor speech disorders
• Developmental language disorders
• Feeding and swallowing therapy
• AAC implementation
• Early intervention practices
• Interdisciplinary rehabilitation models
• Sensory-integrated communication approaches
• Technology-assisted pediatric therapy

Facilities & Therapeutic Resources Available

• Specialized speech and language therapy materials
• Speech Buddies and articulation tools
• Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) kits
• AAC –AVAZ and picture communication systems
• Interactive therapy aids and digital applications
• Immersive and semi-immersive therapy rooms
• Multidisciplinary therapy environment

Digital Documentation & Clinical Management. The center follows a fully digitalized clinical documentation and follow-up system using Zoho-based clinical management software to ensuresystematic intervention planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and outcome tracking.

The Speech Language Pathologist will gain exposure to:

• Digital assessment documentation
• SMART goal setting and individualized therapy planning
• Therapy session documentation and progress tracking
• Periodic goal review and outcome evaluation
• Digital follow-up and case management systems
• Multidisciplinary coordination through integrated clinical records
• Structured reporting and evidence-based monitoring of child progress

The digital platform supports:

• Efficient case management
• Continuity of care
• Data-driven intervention planning
• Standardized clinical documentation
• Improved interdisciplinary communication and follow-up

Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• Undergraduate: Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) or B.Sc. (Speech & Hearing).
• Postgraduate: Master in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (MASLP) or M.Sc. in Audiology/Speech-Language Pathology for advanced practitioner roles.

Mandatory Registration

• RCI Certification: Therapists must be registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
• CRR Number: A valid Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR) number is legally required to practice and evaluate developmental communication disorders in India.

Core Competencies for EICs

• Paediatric Experience: Proven clinical experience in diagnosing and treating early childhood communication, speech, and swallowing disorders (e.g., autism, speech delays, stuttering).
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork: The ability to collaborate closely with developmental paediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and clinical psychologist.