Job Description
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech Pathologist to join our team. This position plays a critical role in providing high-quality, family-centred services to children experiencing developmental delays or disabilities, empowering them and their families to thrive in their community.
Location: Western Suburbs
Position Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
Child and Family Support:
- Monitor and evaluate child development goals to ensure ongoing service effectiveness.
- Provide feedback and support through progress notes and regular discussions with families and caregivers.
- Support children in various settings (home, schools, community programs) and ensure culturally responsive services.
Speech Pathology Expertise:
- Provide specialist speech pathology services to support children's speech, language, feeding, and social skills.
- Administer assessments and develop tailored therapy plans to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with a transdisciplinary team to deliver integrated support tailored to the unique goals of the child and family.
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, offering consultancy and training to ensure inclusive practices in the community.
Quality and Compliance:
- Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain best practice standards in line with organisational policies and legislative requirements.
- Engage in quality improvement and risk management practices to ensure high service standards.
Key Selection Criteria:
- A tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and registration with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) as a Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist.
- Proven experience in early intervention services for children and families, following best practice guidelines.
- Knowledge and experience in both typical and atypical child development and the strategies to facilitate developmental progress in early childhood.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a range of professionals and support agencies, particularly for complex child and family needs.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in working within a billable model and understanding of NDIS guidelines.
- A current Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening, and a valid driver's licence.
