Paediatric Speech Therapist (Locum)

MindChamps Allied Care @ Serangoon Gardens; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MindChamps Allied Care @ Serangoon Gardens is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist to assess and provide individualised intervention for children with diverse speech and language challenges, and to conduct group sessions focusing on communication.

You will update case notes, build strong rapport with children and families, participate in trans-disciplinary support in EIP classes, and stay current with AHPC guidelines and best practices in pediatric therapy.

Qualifications

• AHPC registration required as an Occupational Therapist.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Passionate about inclusionary practice and early intervention strategies.
• Ability to build rapport with children and families.
• At least 3 years of experience with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide individualised Speech Therapy intervention for children with speech and language challenges.
• Conduct group Speech Therapy classes focusing on communication.
• Establish therapist-parent relationships with regular feedback and home strategies.
• Update and maintain case notes post sessions.
• Provide trans-disciplinary support in EIP classes.
• Stay updated on pediatric Speech Therapy developments.
• Comply with AHPC regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Rapport building

Education

AHPC registered - Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Description:

• Assess and provide individualised Speech Therapy intervention for children with a wide range of speech and language challenges


• Conduct group Speech Therapy classes (eg. in the areas of communication)


• Establish good therapist - parent relationships through regular feedback and open communication. This includes providing parents and caregivers with updates on the child's progress and relevant home strategies and recommendations after each session with the child.


• Update and maintain case notes post sessions regularly and independently.


• Trans-Disciplinary support in EIP classes


• Be proactive in keeping abreast of developments in the field of Pediatric Speech Therapy


• Comply with the regulations and guidelines of AHPC

Requirements:

• Diploma, Degree or Masters in Occupational Therapy


• Full registration with Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)


• Good interpersonal and communication skills


• Passionate about inclusionary practice and implementation of early intervention strategies


• Possess ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with the children and families


• At least 3 years' experience working with children would be preferable