New Graduate Speech Pathologist

New Graduate Speech Pathologist - Toowoomba, Queensland.

Employment Type: Permanent – part-time and full-time work available. Flexible working arrangements. 9-Day fortnight.

Benefits:

• Staggered onboarding and 12-week induction program
• Company vehicle provided to you at start of employment
• Above award wages
• Unlimited Professional Development budget and approved leave for your first 12 months (generous budget for ongoing employment)
• Opportunity to build specific caseload and/or provide clinical mentoring
• Weekly internal supervision and Fortnightly external supervision from various specialists in fields of feeding, speech, AAC and orofacial myology
• Reward-based bonus system that encourages quality and growth – not clinician burnout
• Termly team days with paid planned activities
• Weekly team meetings and monthly case conferences
• Full time administration support and part-time AHA support
• Anytime access to our clinic base with an abundance of therapy and assessment resources
• Home office supplies; Laptop, iPad, printer and laminator
• 1 day paid birthday leave
• Access to paid mental health support and counselling

Practice Information:

This small multidisciplinary practice is celebrating its second birthday. The company was developed by its two directors who have a background in rural and remote healthcare. Their senior clinicians have a passion for speech, orofacial myology and feeding in pediatrics, and this has shaped the foundations for the team. They're not just a paediatric mobile allied health company; they're your cheerful partners in fostering diversity, accessibility, kindness, reliability, and growth. Beyond therapy, they're on a mission to create a supportive haven where everyone, regardless of background or ability, can thrive. Their enthusiastic multidisciplinary team is fuelled by a passion for early intervention, ensuring accessibility reaches even the most rural communities. With their warm, family-centered approach, they provide holistic services tailored to individual needs from a young age. The practice embraces the magic of child-led and play-focused interventions for the best Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy outcomes.

What's Unique About this Practice?

The practice has been built on strong foundations prioritising support and their clinicians' specific needs. This means that they work with you to ensure that you enjoy coming to work every day. They allow for flexible work schedules, which are tailored to your everyday needs and ensure all actions are taken to prevent clinician burnout. They favour smaller caseloads with more breathing room, so that we know their clients receive the best quality of care. They love continued learning and empowering your personal and clinical growth, which is why their clinicians receive an unlimited professional development budget within their first year of employment.

• Assessment and therapy for paediatric clients 0-18yrs (opportunities to work with adults or specific age groups is available upon discussion).
• Delivery of session in homes, schools, kindergartens, daycares, and our clinic room.
• Potential for outreach day trips to rural towns if desired.
• Building and maintenance of professional relationships with key stakeholders, referral networks, families and educators.
• Clinical documentation and reporting for NDIS, Medicare and Private paying clients.
• Participation in community events e.g group therapy, information and educational seminars, and presentations at kindergartens and playgroups.
• Participation in weekly supervision, multidisciplinary team meetings, team based learning and external professional development which is funded by the company.

Position Requirements

This practice is looking to expand their team of like-minded, driven and passionate individuals. Position requirements are as follows:

• A New Graduate or experienced clinician
• Holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology, a current Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) membership, Blue Card, professional indemnity insurance and drivers license (don't worry, we will supply you with a car)
• Has experience or is wanting to learn more about orofacial myology, feeding and speech sound disorders.
• Enjoys playing games with children and making therapy fun
• Is driven and eager to grow and learn. Is approachable and wanting to empower clients and their loved ones.
• Reliable and has excellent interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with their team of OT's, Speechies, AHA's and administration.
• Enjoys working both independently and with a team.

After Hours Requirements: No

Salary Information: $76,000 - $120,000 per annum.

About Toowoomba:

Position is based in Toowoomba. There is an opportunity for outreach to rural towns. Toowoomba, Queensland's "Garden City," offers the perfect blend of career growth and lifestyle. Imagine working in a supportive speech pathology role while enjoying vibrant café culture, stunning national parks, affordable living, and a welcoming community. With no long commutes and plenty of space to breathe, Toowoomba gives you the chance to build your career and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. Why not make the move and let your next chapter bloom in Toowoomba?

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

Please apply via the \'Apply Now\' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland\'s comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.