Speech Therapist/ Speech-Language Therapist

About FirstStep

FirstStep Psychology & Child Development Centre is a multidisciplinary centre supporting children and families through Clinical Psychology, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Nutrition services.

We are currently looking for a motivated and caring Speech-Language Therapist to join our growing team at our Sri Hartamas and Ara Damansara locations.

We welcome applications for full-time and part-time positions.

About the Role

As a Speech-Language Therapist, you will provide assessment, intervention and therapy support for children with a range of speech, language, communication and related developmental needs.

You will work closely with children, parents and our multidisciplinary team to understand each child's needs and provide appropriate support.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct speech and language assessments for children where appropriate.
2. Plan and provide individualised speech and language therapy based on each child's needs.
3. Support children with speech, language, communication and social communication difficulties.
4. Monitor children's progress and adjust intervention strategies where appropriate.
5. Prepare therapy plans, session notes and relevant documentation.
6. Communicate with parents regarding children's progress and provide practical strategies for home.
7. Work collaboratively with Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Paediatricians, Nutritionists and other professionals where appropriate.
8. Maintain appropriate professional and clinical standards.
9. Maintain confidentiality and follow FirstStep's policies and professional guidelines.

Requirements

• Degree or Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Speech-Language Therapy, Speech Science or a related field.

• Relevant professional qualification and registration/accreditation where applicable.

• Experience working with children is an advantage.

• Experience in paediatric speech and language therapy is an advantage.

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Caring, patient and comfortable working with children.

• Able to communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.

• Responsible, organised and committed to professional development.

• Willing to work at Sri Hartamas and/or Ara Damansara, depending on the position and schedule.

Benefits

• Commision-based incentives
• Multidisciplinary team environment

How To Apply?

Please submit your CV when applying.

If you have relevant clinical experience, internship experience, professional training or examples of your previous work with children, you are welcome to include them in your application.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.