Speech Pathologist

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and engaging early career Speech Pathologist to join our dedicated and growing team, joined by a common goal to make a difference in the lives of young Autistic children. We are deeply committed to enhancing the quality of life of each child and are passionate about supporting them to achieve their family centred goals.

You will provide specialist and quality early years support to children, along with providing education, training and support to early childhood educators, therapy assistants and families.

A permanent full time or permanent part time position is available to meet the needs of the right applicant who is willing to travel between centres in Nerang and Currumbin

About Ashton's Place & ACE

Ashton's Place Limited is a charitable foundation that supports autistic children aged between 3 and 6 years old. The Autism Connect Early (ACE) Programme in 5 early childhood centres, which provide early childhood support for children and their families.  The programme aims to promote skill development and meaningful participation in the early childhood setting using naturalistic supports.   We aim to meet children where they are at; offer individualised regulation supports; build social connection and relationships; and support them to achieve their individualised goals.

About your role

• Observe and assess within your discipline and interpret findings to formulate goals, collaborate with key stakeholders regarding strategies to achieve them, and deliver direct therapy.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of skill acquisition, including keeping comprehensive clinical notes, writing support plans, AT requests and NDIS review reports as required.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families, educators and therapy assistants to ensure their participation in goal setting, planning, decision making and outcome measurement; and to develop their capacity to provide supports.

About you

• Bachelor or Master of Speech Pathology
• Eligibility to register with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Blue Card or a willingness to obtain.
• The right to live and work in Australia long term with no restrictions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the provision of quality services for young children.
• Confidence in building strong relationships and partnerships with children and families

What we can offer you

• Negotiable, above award salary, rewarding your knowledge and experience
• Wages paid weekly
• 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees
• Regular supervision and mentoring
• Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice
• Annual leave allocation negotiable.
• Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay.
• Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities
• Ongoing professional development with generous yearly allowance.
• Working within a friendly and supportive team, with peer support across disciplines, and regular (to be determined by you) support and supervision from experienced therapists or external supervisors.
• Comprehensive onboarding process, including specific training based on best practice education and therapeutic approaches.
• Acknowledge your contribution and the ideas / skills you bring to the team. Your contribution to the programme is encouraged.
• State of the art facilities and hand-picked resources in beautiful surroundings.

For more information

Please contact ACE Programme Coordinator, Liz Barclay

How to Apply

This exciting opportunity won't last long Apply today to embark on a journey that rewards your excellence Or please send your resume and cover letter