Education Therapist - Speech and Language

Requirements

• Degree in Speech-Language Therapy:
• A recognized Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Therapy from an accredited institution.
• HPCSA Registration:
• Current and valid registration as a Speech-Language Therapist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is mandatory.
• One Year of Relevant Experience:
• A minimum of one year of experience or relevant clinical experience as a Speech-Language Therapist.
• Knowledge of Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6);
• Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy;
• Special Schools as Resource Centres; and Integrated School Health Policy.
• Functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs.
• Inclusive Education (IE) policies (White Paper 6);
• Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy;
• Special Schools as Resource Centres; and Integrated School Health Policy.
• Functionality of SBSTs and DBSTs.
• Therapeutic assessment and techniques;
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork;
• Preventative and developmental approach;
• Development of training programmes for the SBST;
• Report writing;
• Analysis of data and trends;
• Communication, consultation and facilitation skills;
• Computer literacy;
• Presentation skills and organising and planning.

Duties

• To conduct thorough assessments of learners' speech, language, and communication difficulties, including evaluation of speech sounds, language comprehension and expression, fluency, and voice in the special schools.
• To conduct outreach services to Full-Service and Public Ordinary Schools to extend therapeutic support.
• Administer formal and informal assessments and conduct screenings for learners to identify needs.
• Develop and implement individualized and group Speech-Language Therapy plans for learners in public special schools and public ordinary schools.
• Prescribe, issue, and maintain appropriate assistive devices to support communication.
• Provide relevant information about therapeutic programs to internal and external stakeholders, including School-Based Support Teams, District-Based Support Teams, and parents.
• Assist in the appropriate placement of learners within special schools based on their communication needs.
• Ensure strict compliance with the Code of Ethics of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in all aspects of practice.
• Oversee effective administrative practices related to Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
• Analyse and interpret information to make decisions regarding the need for therapeutic intervention, engage in multi-disciplinary team discussions, and make recommendations and/or referrals.

How to apply

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Enquiries

Notes from the department

• Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83.
• Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• NB:
• Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day.
• View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date.
• Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application.
• Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
• If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification).
• All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• The Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment.
• Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
• Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test.
• The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
• Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months.
• It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender.
• The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups.
• The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served.
• (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).
• Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed.
• SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment.
• Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme Note:
• Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews.
• Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews.