Speech & Language Therapist

4 weeks ago

Singapore Presbyterian Community Services Full time

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The Speech Therapist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school's AP Department. He / She works via an inter-disciplinary model with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff and parents / caregivers in providing speech therapy intervention (assessment, intervention, consultation and evaluation) to students with Mild Intellectual Disability, as well as those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He / She will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Employer: Grace Orchard School

Responsibilities
  • Identify and assess individual therapy needs of students using standardised assessment tools and school in-house assessment forms.
  • Facilitate development of appropriate and effective tools for identification, assessment, intervention of students.
  • Formulate and implement individual/group therapy programme for students.
  • Involve in the school's interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).
  • Provide intervention for students on a one-to-one basis, in groups, classes, work experience or other settings based on student needs.
  • Evaluate and document students' therapy needs and progress regularly, and review the effectiveness of the intervention.
  • Provide consultation and update students' status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.
  • Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.
  • Work with external agencies (e.g., hospitals, external therapists) for the effective enhancement of services.
  • Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with management.
  • Maintain and update students' case records with relevant documentation reports.
  • Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers (e.g., workshops, professional learning sessions).
  • Conduct placement assessment screening for all new students enrolled into the school.
  • Conduct home visits when necessary.
  • Work in collaboration with staff on various school committees including event planning, curriculum and programs.
  • Maintain proper inventory and usage of therapy items/resources in the therapy rooms and indicate needs for replacements or purchases.
  • Assist in the development and management of the department budget.
  • Attend school meetings to stay updated on school matters and planning.
  • Attend trainings to keep abreast of latest trends and developments to maintain and grow professional skills.
  • Perform other duties and participate in committee work as assigned by school management.
Requirements
  • At least a Bachelor Degree in Speech & Language Pathology
  • Registered Speech Therapist with Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
  • Previous working experience in schools
  • Passion to work with children, youths and their families
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Health Care Provider
Industries
  • Civic and Social Organizations
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