Speech Therapist

Little Steps Therapy Centre; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Steps Therapy Centre in Malaysia is seeking a passionate Speech Therapist to join our paediatric team. You will assess and treat children with developmental and communication needs, delivering individualized therapy plans in a supportive setting.

Fresh graduates are welcome; MAHPC registration is required. You will work closely with parents, caregivers and other professionals, including Occupational Therapists, to support diverse developmental needs and provide home-based strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalent.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Registered with the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC).
• Experience working with children is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, responsible and comfortable working with children with diverse needs.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and language assessments for children.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on each child's needs.
• Provide individual or small-group speech and language therapy.
• Collaborate with parents/caregivers and provide home-based strategies and recommendations.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists and other professionals when appropriate.
• Monitor children's progress and maintain therapy documentation.
• Communicate progress and therapy goals with parents.
• Participate in case discussions and team collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience with children

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Speech-Language Therapy

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Speech Therapist to join our team at Little Steps Therapy Centre.

You will work with children with a range of developmental, communication, speech and language needs, providing individualised assessment and intervention in a supportive paediatric therapy setting.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct speech and language assessments for children.

Develop and implement individualised therapy plans based on each child's needs.

Provide individual or small-group speech and language therapy.

Work closely with parents/caregivers and provide home-based strategies and recommendations.

Collaborate with occupational therapists and other professionals when appropriate.

Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate therapy documentation.

Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's progress and therapy goals.

Participate in case discussions and team collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Speech-Language Therapy / Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Registered with the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC)

Experience working with children is an advantage.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Patient, responsible and comfortable working with children with different developmental needs.

Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer

Supportive and collaborative paediatric therapy environment.

Opportunity to work alongside Occupational Therapists.

Exposure to a variety of paediatric cases.

Opportunities for professional development and clinical learning.

Flexible working arrangements for suitable candidates.

Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience.