Speech and Language Pathologist

Zeder Group - Manama, Bahrain

Job Description

To provide speech and language services for disabled students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Abides by Board policies and other state and federal regulations concerning disabled students.
Implements building/therapy schedules.
Establishes a screening program for speech/language services in elementary/secondary buildings as appropriate (i.e., articulation tracking for elementary, new referrals, three-year comprehensive reassessments.)
Performs and interprets diagnostic evaluations to determine eligibility and appropriate recommendations.
Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the referral/diagnostic process.
Provides direct/indirect therapy for identified students.
Provides therapy through continuous evaluation and annual updating of individual educational plans.
Accountable for student status through the use of charts, records, progress reports, etc.
Supports hearing screening program and provides input assistance when needed.
Provides consulting services to parents, teacher, administrators, and colleagues.
Ensures professional growth and support through scheduled staff meetings and related professional readings, conferences, workshops, or inservices.
Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Skills

Skills required:
well developed interpersonal personal communication skills
ability to engage in conversation
good listening skills
ability to empathize
ability to relate to a wide range of people from varied backgrounds
capable of adopting a non-judgmental approach when interacting with people
good problem solving skills
good organizational and time management skills
proficient investigative and researching skills
a commitment to lifelong learning