Speech and Language Therapist

Designation: Speech & LanguageTherapist Responsibilities: • Work as a team member in collaboration with the Communication team (Lead, Communication therapists) at Latika. • Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing concerns, under supervision Latika and • Develop strategies and goals for children with speech, language, communication, and swallowing concerns. • Provide training and education to family/caregivers and other professionals in Latika related to speech, communication and swallowing in children and young adults. • Work collaboratively with professionals, including project heads, therapists, child development aide, assistant teachers, etc as part of an interdisciplinary team, particularly when liaising with family, carers or teachers to develop Individual Education Plan. • Engage in implementation research to enhance knowledge and inform practice about communication processes that may lead to more effective outcomes. • Engage with the team to develop social media material and observe days of significance in relation to Communication. • Participate in bi monthly team meetings and contribute with work updates and for future plans. • Share weekly schedules with the Communications team by email. • To actively promote Latika’s philosophy of equal respect for all staff, visitors and parents. • To attend workshops and conferences to keep up to date on current practice and share knowledge gained with the staff. • Observe full professional standards in working with children/young adults, families and staff including the immediate reporting of any concerns regarding child/vulnerable adult protection issues, in accordance with Latika’s policies. • Keep up-to-date with professional developments relevant to your work, and attend appropriate training opportunities when approved by the supervisor. • Ensure activities are carried out according to Latika’s safety policy. • Carry out any further duties which may be requested by the supervisor and are in accordance with your professional skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025