Speech Pathologist – Early Intervention North, Central

3 days ago


Joondalup, Australia Autism Association of Western Australia Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Role

We are looking for passionate, energetic and caring Speech Pathologists to join our early intervention therapy team. In this role you you'll work alongside a passionate team supporting children with autism and their families, celebrating their strengths and supporting their growth.

At AAWA, you'll be part of a collaborative team that is committed making a difference, fostering inclusive communities, and celebrating the wins, big and small. As a leading provider of disability support services, we are committed to delivering a holistic, family-centred and strengths based approach, recognising the vital role early intervention plays in giving every child the best possible start in life.

In this role, you will:

  • Deliver individualised and collaborative therapy services:
    Support speech and language development, social communication, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC); work closely with parents, schools and communities to provide communication training as well as the opportunity to lead Hanen Programs for parents.
  • Be part of a team:
    Collaborate and learn from a knowledgeable and supportive multidisciplinary team; be part of a hub with regular team meetings, joint sessions and team building activities.
  • Variation in your day:
    Provide a combination of hub-based therapy and community visits in your local area; lead therapy groups across a range of skill areas to foster communication, play, self-advocacy, social engagement and relationships.
  • Grow your passion:
    Develop your clinical pathway. Have access to comprehensive training and development to advance your skills in AAC, mealtimes and social communication. Join our specialty teams, including our AAC Team and/or Mealtime Management Team.
  • Do more of what you love:
    Be supported by a team of operations staff to assist with resource making, scheduling, funding and billing, so you can focus on your clinical work.
  • Make a difference in the community:
    Participate in community events and projects through our extensive community partnerships to support inclusion for all. Some of our community partners include AQWA, The Art Gallery of Western Australia, SciTech, Sensitive Santa, WA Cricket.

About You

You enjoy working with autistic individuals and their families to ensure a total communication approach is achieved for all.

We are looking for a compassionate and driven Speech Pathologist who:

  • Has tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and membership with Speech Pathology Australia
  • Is passionate about working with young children and their families in early childhood settings
  • Demonstrates a family-centred approach, with a passion for empowering individuals and supporting their independence
  • Has strong communication skills and able to build rapport with clients, families, and other professionals
  • Has the flexibility and initiative to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Is committed to ongoing professional development and to delivering the highest standard of care

Please get in touch if you are interested in the role, but would prefer to work from one of our other Hubs in Shenton Park, Midland or East Fremantle.

To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including an NDIS Workers Check.

Benefits

In addition to making meaningful difference in people's lives, we also offer:

  • Investment in you:
    Become a leader in strengths focused, client-led therapy approach for autistic individuals with access to continuous internal and external learning opportunities. Whether it's upskilling though in house training, external professional development or attending master classes. We're committed to your professional growth.
  • Time for your development:
    Gradually build your caseload over time and feel supported with our structured supervision framework, with regular 1:1 supervision and clinical group supervision with other Speech Pathologists.
  • Career progression
    : Whether you're interested in leadership roles, specialised areas, or expanding your skills, we offer pathways to take your career to the next level.
  • Financial benefits:
    Pay less tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum plus up to $2,650 available for meals and entertainment. Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers.
  • Fitness Passport:
    Heavily discounted access to multiple gyms, group fitness and aquatic facilities across Perth metropolitan area.

About Us

The Autism Association is one of Australia's largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.

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The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.

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