Locum Speech Therapist

ASCEND RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Recruitment Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a qualified Pediatric Speech Therapist to work with children facing a range of speech and language challenges. You will deliver individualized therapy and run group classes, building strong relationships with families and guiding home strategies.

Collaborate with parents and other professionals, keep case notes updated, and stay informed about Pediatric Speech Therapy developments while complying with AHPC regulations.

Qualifications

• Diploma, degree, or post-graduate qualification in SpeechTherapy from a recognized university.
• Registered and complies with the regulations under the Allied Health Professions Act 2011
• Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of early intervention strategies
• Possesses ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with the children and families
• At least 3 years experience working with children would be preferable
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assesses and provides individualized Speech Therapy intervention for children with a wide range of speech and language challenges (eg. Apraxia of Speech or Specific Language Impairment)
• Conducts group Speech Therapy classes (eg. in the areas of socialization and communication)
• Establishes good therapist – parent relationships through regular feedback and open communication; provides parents and caregivers with updates on the child’s progress and relevant home strategies and recommendations after each session with the child
• Update parents regarding sessions and progress after each session (text/photos/videos etc)
• Updating case notes post-sessions regularly and independently
• Establishes a good network of and maintains good relations with other professionals in the field
• Be proactive in keeping abreast of developments in the field of Pediatric Speech Therapy
• Complies with the regulations and guidelines of AHPC

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Rapport building

Inclusionary practice

Education

Speech Therapy degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Assesses and provides individualized Speech Therapy intervention for children with a wide range of speech and language challenges (eg. Apraxia of Speech or Specific Language Impairment)
• Conducts group Speech Therapy classes (eg. in the areas of socialization and communication)
• Establishes good therapist – parent relationships through regular feedback and open communication; provides parents and caregivers with updates on the child’s progress and relevant home strategies and recommendations after each session with the child
• Update parents regarding sessions and progress after each session (text/photos/videos etc)
• Updating case notes post-sessions regularly and independently
• Establishes a good network of and maintains good relations with other professionals in the field
• Be proactive in keeping abreast of developments in the field of Pediatric Speech Therapy
• Complies with the regulations and guidelines of AHPC

Job Requirements:

• Diploma, degree, or post-graduate qualification in SpeechTherapy from a recognized university
• Registered and complies with the regulations under the Allied Health Professions Act 2011
• Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of early intervention strategies
• Possesses ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with the children and families
• At least 3 years experience working with children would be preferable
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Ascend Recruitment Pte Ltd (EA License No.: 24C2089)

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