Our allied health service has been operating for twelve months, and we are seeking an early career Speech Pathologist to work with our Speech Pathology team in continuing to grow and develop a quality service for the community. We currently offer individual and group assessment and therapy for children up to 12 years in various settings, catering for both self-funded and NDIS participants. We also offer professional learning in educational settings.
The current clinical caseload ranges from phonological, articulation and motor speech disorders to language difficulties and disorders, social communication and literacy difficulties and emerging communication. Functional outcomes are the focus of our support. We work closely with families to establish goals and monitor progress. We use evidence to inform the frequency and length of sessions and the intervention period.
There is a future scope to branch services into mental health, adult or aged care based on the teams experience, special interests or goals for professional growth.
Our Offer
As you support the community, we support you!
- Permanent full-time or part-time position available (up to 38 hours per week).
- Salary of SCS Level 2-3 ($69 677.43 – $80 980.30 (pro-rata for part-time) plus 11.5% superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Supervision and support from speech pathologists with over 15 years’ experience.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months service)
- 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees.
- Salary packaging (up to $15,899 per year) plus meal and entertainment cards.
- Retention bonus up to $1000.
- Paid shut-down leave on standard working days between Christmas and New Year.
- Study leave opportunities.
- 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Reimbursement for work related travel including motor vehicle allowance.
- A family friendly workplace with flexible hours for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
- Ability to negotiate working hours from home when appropriate to your caseload.
- An experienced Executive Manager with clinical background; administration support, and a helpful management team.
- Interesting and varied caseload based on your skillset and goals for professional development.
- A fun team environment that is collaborative while allowing you independence and autonomy.
- Be part of a person-centred and values-driven culture!
- New graduates are welcome to apply
Experience & Qualifications
- Current membership with Speech Pathology Australia as a Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist.
- A commitment to the inclusion, participation, and rights of people with a disability and/or developmental delay.
- The ability to work positively and collaboratively within inter-professional teams as well as a demonstrated ability to work independently.
- A commitment to evidence-based, person-centred practice with A commitment to professional learning, reflective practice, and an interest in being innovative with service delivery.
- Must have a current Drivers Licence, access to a private motor vehicle and willingness to travel to deliver services when required.
- Paediatric experience is desirable.
A full Position Description is available outlining the knowledge, skills and experience required.
To be eligible for employment, you must also have an ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card, working rights in Australia, and be willing to undertake background checks required for the position.
To apply, please submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements of this role to via Seek.
For further information about the role, please contact wcstherapy@wcs.org.au
Closing Date: COB 31 January 2025
Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
For more information about WCS and services that we provide, including Youth & Family, Community Development, Housing and Homelessness, Disability, Mental Health and Aged Care, please visit our website at www.wcs.org.au
WCS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.