Speech and Language Therapist

The Ministry of Education, Employment and Gender Affairs of the Cayman Islands invites applications for the following education roles within the Government school system for the 2016/17 academic years commencing immediately or no later than 3rd January 2017:

Speech and Language Therapist
Salary US$60,302 - $69,986 per annum

To provide professional speech and language therapy services including screenings, assessments, diagnosis and treatment of children’s communication disorders. To consult with School-Based Support Teams, teachers, and parents for the purpose of improving communication skills that will enhance and improve academic success in the classroom, pre-literacy and literacy skills, and social skills in both school and community settings.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or Masters of Science in Speech and Language Therapy (at the level required in the jurisdictions for licensure)
• Professional Registration and certification to work as a Speech and Language Therapist
• A minimum of three years post registration experience as a SALT working in a school or hospital setting with children requiring speech and language therapy
• Experience with students with a wide variety of disabilities is necessary as the role involves working with students with medical, neurological, psychiatric, emotional, behavioral and/or learning problems

The Cayman Islands offers one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean.  It is a tax-free jurisdiction, with a friendly welcoming people, combining the very best of the relaxed Caribbean attitude and modern living.  Its proximity to Miami also provides easy access to North America and the rest of the Caribbean.

The remuneration package for the successful candidate is offered without deductions.  The Cayman Islands Government provides an additional 12% pension contribution and 100% health insurance coverage for the employee and their dependents.

A detailed Job Description and the Government Application Form are available online at www.recruitment.gov.ky  Please send your completed Government Application Form and Cover Letter only via e-mail to edu.recruitment@gov.ky 
A pre-employment medical, drug screen and a Police Records check are conditions of employment

Deadline for Receipt of Applications:  September 30th, 2016