Paediatric Speech Pathologist

2 months ago


Healesville, Victoria, Australia Eastern Health Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Clinical Speech Pathologist to join our team at Eastern Health. As a key member of our Community Health team, you will provide clinical speech pathology services to pre-schoolers and their families, utilizing both group and individual therapy models.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide assessment and delivery of therapy in both group and one-to-one models for clients with communication difficulties.
  • Work closely with other speech pathologists, paediatric allied health professionals, and allied health assistants to ensure effective training empowers parents/caregivers to become key partners in their child's speech therapy.
  • Supervise and support the development of junior staff members.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each client.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support for clients and their families.
Requirements
  • Recognized tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia, including demonstrated evidence of professional development activities equivalent to Certified Practising Speech Pathologist requirements.
  • Passion in working with families from vulnerable backgrounds.
  • Experience in assessment and delivery of therapy in both group and one-to-one models for clients with communication difficulties.
  • Demonstrated capacity to utilize a parent capacity building model.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, efficient work practices.
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining and applying current clinical knowledge.
What We Offer
  • Diverse and engaging career opportunities.
  • Friendly and supportive team environment.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • Career progression in our teaching hospitals.