Speech Therapist

Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre (MALC) – Autism Centre in Baldia Town, Karachi, is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist to join the team. The role focuses on assessing and treating children with autism and developmental disabilities, developing individualized plans, and guiding families in Home-based strategies.

Ideal candidates have a degree in Speech & Language Pathology and experience with autism, plus strong communication, documentation, and collaborative skills to work with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech & Language Pathology / Speech Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Experience working with children with autism or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of speech and language assessment tools and therapeutic techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, and communication assessments for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy plans.
• Provide interventions to improve communication, speech, language, and social communication.
• Collaborate with psychologists, behavior therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, special educators, and other team members.
• Guide and counsel parents on communication strategies and home-based activities.
• Maintain therapy records, assessment reports, progress notes, and documentation.
• Participate in case discussions, parent meetings, and awareness activities.

Skills

Speech therapy

Communication skills

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Speech & Language Pathology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre (MALC) – Autism Centre is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist to join its team at the Autism Centre in Baldia Town, Karachi.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, and communication assessments for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy plans.
• Provide interventions to improve communication skills, speech development, language abilities, and social communication.
• Work collaboratively with psychologists, behavior therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, special educators, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Guide and counsel parents on communication strategies and home-based activities.
• Maintain accurate therapy records, assessment reports, progress notes, and documentation.
• Participate in case discussions, parent meetings, and awareness activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech & Language Pathology / Speech Therapy from a recognized institution.
• Experience working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities will be preferred.
• Knowledge of speech and language assessment tools and therapeutic techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.