Speech Therapist

D.A.V. Chennai is looking for Speech Therapist to join our dynamic team and embark on a rewarding career journey

• A Speech Therapist, also known as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with communication and swallowing disorders
• They work with clients of all ages, from children to adults, and develop customized treatment plans to improve their speech, language, and swallowing abilities
• Speech Therapists collaborate with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and effective therapy services

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities of clients
• Diagnose speech and language disorders, such as articulation disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, and language delays
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, setting specific goals and objectives for each client
• Provide therapy sessions to clients, implementing evidence-based techniques and interventions to improve communication skills
• Teach clients techniques to improve articulation, voice quality, speech fluency, and language comprehension and expression
• Help clients develop alternative communication methods, such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems
• Provide guidance and training to family members and caregivers on supporting and practicing speech and language skills at home
• Monitor and track client progress through regular evaluations and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, psychologists, and educators, to ensure coordinated care
• Work with children in educational settings, collaborating with teachers and supporting Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)