Speech Therapist- Arabic at Ghobash Group

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Therapy, Client Assessments, Report Writing, Data Collection, Goal Development, Team Meetings, Parent Training, Discharge Reporting, Electronic Data Collection, Clinical Direction, Crisis Procedures, Hand Hygiene, Child Protection, Evidence-Based Practice, Functional Communication

Industry

Investment Management

Description

Company Description Ability Pediatric Rehabilitation Center Abu Dhabi provides evidence-based early intervention, ABA therapy, learning-support-assistance services, speech & language, and psychology for children and young adults in the UAE with developmental difficulties of all kinds. Our treatments target functional communication, self-help, independent living skills, pre-academic readiness, and vocational productivity - thus supporting full community acceptance and inclusion. Job Description Summary: The Speech Therapist provides direct 1:1 Speech Therapy treatment to clients. The Speech Therapist ensures all client goals and objectives are implemented through treatment intervention and data collection during each session. In addition, this position also requires the knowledge and ability to conduct client assessments and write reports based on testing outcomes. Such assessments also involve the development of goals and objectives for each client as well as writing progress reports. Additional tasks include attendance of client team meetings and participation in these meetings (when applicable). Additional participation in ad-hoc projects/assignments (when clinical hours do not meet full time status) will also be required. This position also requires that the individual meets all DOH/DHA/MOH requirements for licensure and maintenance of licensure by adhering to such regulations while licensed, upon renewals and while continuously employed with Hayati. This position is a clinical one in nature and relies primarily on completing direct client services. This position also requires compliance with all company policies and procedures. Main Responsibilities Clinical Practice Conduct Speech Therapy sessions Conduct assessments and report writing in a timely manner Support client assessment needs. Collaborate with related clinicians working with the same client as such needs arise Train therapists, as needed, and support other trainings needs of the company Data collection and documentation. Collaborate with Case Supervisors, as needed regarding client matters Development of session material as needed Communicate need for materials to designated staff, when needed Complete special projects, as related to speech therapy services, when required. Ensure therapy area is kept clean prior to and following sessions by ensuring materials are put back in their original locations. Collecting data and analyzing progress of the child through tracking data on electronic device. Developing home programs if necessary. Train parents in the facilitation of home program. Providing parent advise and feedback. Provide discharge report. Administrative Tasks Effectively communicate with other departments i.e ABA and OT for goal standardization and proper handover of clients’ related information. Actively seek clinical direction from Team Leader as needed. Ensure all evaluations and supervisory feedback is incorporated into session performance and other related job duties. Adapting to any updates/ changes made in the electronic data collection system. Responsible for maintaining any gadgets provided by the company (broken device needs to be reported, device needs to be plugged in at the charging station, etc.,) Participate and attend client clinic team meetings (which includes taking detailed clinic meeting minutes/notes). Participate and attend mandatory staff meetings. Attend training workshops, when needed. Attend company events as needed. Check and respond to company emails daily. Upload required data on appropriate platforms to meet company data storage requirements as well a health authority requirements. Complete all requirements for SLP certification and maintain certification requirements. Complete all requirements for DOH/DHA/HAAD licensure and renewal. Achieve mandatory Continues Professional Development CPD points that are required for License Renewal. Supportive Tasks Assist with new therapists training on cases. Substitute on other client cases when needed and when available (based on assigned schedule). Support client assessment needs (when needed). Support operations and clinical development needs of company by working on assigned special projects in any given week. Work overt time if required. Additional Duties and Responsibilities Reports Ethical Dilemmas to concerned staff Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures. Assures therapy is done in a safe environment Reports any risk/ hazard to HSE/Quality representative Reports immediately to the case supervisor and HSE/Quality representative any incident which happened within the session Strictly adheres to shared materials cleaning protocols and places used materials the designated box. Strictly adheres to Hand Hygiene Protocols and standard precautions. Strictly adheres to Allergy Management Policy. Strictly adheres to Child Protection Policy. Implements crisis/emergency procedures according to Hayati Health protocol. Performs Fire evacuation promptly when needed. Family Support Greets Parents and family members in a kind manner. Picks up the client from the parents in the reception. Drops client to parents/responsible person. Provide proper handover to the family members as needed. Support families as needed and provide parent and family education as instructed by case supervisor. Respects Cultural Diversity. Qualifications Qualifications The minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited institute/college/university. Certifications This position requires that the individual meets all requirements for licensing and maintenance of license in Abu Dhabi/Dubai by adhering to such regulations while licensed. Responsible for timeously renewal of license. Certificate in Basic Life Support if required Experience Required in addition to the Qualifications mentioned above. (Relevant to the Job) 2 Years work experience in a clinical setting at a pediatric facility Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) Experience working with children Additional Information Additional Requirements / Remarks Should comply with CPD requirements as stipulated by the Health Authority Only Arabic Speaking candidates will be shortlisted. Department: Services

Responsibilities

The Speech Therapist is primarily responsible for conducting direct 1:1 Speech Therapy sessions, implementing client goals through intervention, and meticulously collecting and documenting data during each session. Additional core duties include conducting client assessments, writing comprehensive reports based on testing outcomes, and developing individualized goals and objectives for each client.