Job description

Who you are

You are a compassionate, patient, and emotionally intelligent professional passionate about supporting children with communication and developmental challenges. You are adaptable, collaborative, and skilled at building trust with children and families. You maintain a calm, positive approach and are committed to delivering high-quality, child-centered care through empathy, consistency, and strong communication skills.

Description

In this role, you will provide specialized speech and language therapy services for children and adolescents with speech, language, and communication challenges, with a strong focus on autism and neurodevelopmental conditions. You will work closely with families and a multidisciplinary pediatric team to support each child’s communication development and overall progress through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments for children aged 2 - 18 years
• Develop and implement individualized therapy and treatment plans
• Deliver one-on-one and group therapy sessions where appropriate
• Support children with ASD, language delays, articulation disorders, fluency difficulties, and social communication challenges
• Provide parent coaching, guidance, and home programs to encourage therapy carryover
• Collaborate with psychologists, occupational therapists, behavioral therapists, and pediatric specialists to ensure integrated care
• Maintain accurate patient documentation, progress reports, and treatment records
• Monitor therapy outcomes and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress
• Ensure all clinical practices align with DHA regulations and clinic standards

Skills

Who you are

You are a compassionate, patient, and emotionally intelligent professional passionate about supporting children with communication and developmental challenges. You are adaptable, collaborative, and skilled at building trust with children and families. You maintain a calm, positive approach and are committed to delivering high-quality, child-centered care through empathy, consistency, and strong communication skills.

Skills & Competencies:

• Pediatric speech and language therapy expertise
• Experience supporting children with ASD
• Knowledge of language, articulation, fluency, and communication development
• Assessment and treatment planning skills
• Parent coaching and family support experience
• Familiarity with AAC, PECS, and communication devices
• Strong reporting and communication skills

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or related field
• Active DHA License as Speech and Language Therapist (mandatory)
• Minimum 4+ years of pediatric experience
• Experience working with children aged 2–18 years
• Previous experience in clinics, rehabilitation centers, or schools preferred