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.
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.
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