Senior Speech Therapist

Senior Speech Therapist – HAMSA Kids
Company: HAMSA Rehab – HAMSA Kids
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Department: Pediatric Rehabilitation & Speech Therapy
Designation: Senior Speech Therapist
Company Description
HAMSA Rehab is a specialized rehabilitation center in Chennai, providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary rehabilitation services. Through its dedicated pediatric rehabilitation services, HAMSA Kids focuses on supporting children with developmental delays, speech and language disorders, communication difficulties, neurological conditions, and other special needs.
Our multidisciplinary team of experienced rehabilitation professionals delivers evidence-based, child-centered therapeutic interventions designed to improve communication, functional independence, learning abilities, and overall quality of life. HAMSA Kids is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care while actively involving parents and caregivers in each child's developmental journey.
Role Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Senior Speech Therapist to join our HAMSA Kids pediatric rehabilitation team in Chennai.
The Senior Speech Therapist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive pediatric speech and language assessments, developing individualized intervention plans, and providing specialized therapy for children with speech, language, communication, feeding, and swallowing difficulties.
The role also involves supervising and mentoring junior speech therapists, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, guiding parents on home-based therapy programs, and ensuring high standards of clinical service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, articulation, fluency, voice, and social communication disorders in children.
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based speech and language therapy plans based on each child's developmental needs.
Assess and manage children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other developmental or neurological conditions.
Provide specialized interventions for receptive and expressive language delays, speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and social communication difficulties.
Assess and manage pediatric feeding and swallowing difficulties within professional competency and clinical protocols.
Implement Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies, including PECS and other appropriate communication systems.
Conduct individual and group therapy sessions using child-friendly, play-based, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Monitor children's progress, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and periodically review treatment goals.
Collaborate with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, pediatricians, special educators, and other healthcare professionals.
Educate parents and caregivers regarding therapeutic goals, communication strategies, and home-based intervention programs.
Supervise, mentor, and provide clinical guidance to junior speech therapists.
Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits, quality improvement activities, and professional development programs.
Ensure adherence to HAMSA Rehab's clinical protocols, ethical standards, and patient safety guidelines.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP/MASLP) or an equivalent recognized qualification.
Valid Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) registration, as applicable.
Minimum 5+ years of relevant clinical experience, preferably in pediatric speech and language therapy.
Strong expertise in pediatric communication disorders, language delays, articulation disorders, and developmental disabilities.
Experience working with children diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, GDD, Cerebral Palsy, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Knowledge of AAC systems, pediatric feeding and swallowing management, and early intervention techniques.
Demonstrated ability to handle complex pediatric cases independently and guide junior therapists.
Excellent communication, clinical documentation, leadership, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
Strong ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
A compassionate, patient-centered approach with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Preferred Skills
Pediatric Speech and Language Assessment
Autism Spectrum Disorder Intervention
Early Childhood Intervention
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Therapy
Parent Counselling and Family Education
Clinical Supervision and Team Mentoring
Individualized Therapy Planning
Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation
Evidence-Based Pediatric Therapy
Why Join HAMSA Kids?
Opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric rehabilitation environment.
Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Manage diverse and complex pediatric rehabilitation cases.
Contribute to children's communication development and functional independence.
Opportunities for clinical leadership, professional development, and career advancement.
Work Location: Thoraipakkam
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Join HAMSA Kids and make a meaningful difference in every child's communication and developmental journey.

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