Speech Therapist

We are looking for a speech pathologist who loves helping children strive towards their goals while also providing support to their families. If you are wanting to become part of a fun and supportive team in a clinic which provides excellent work/life balance, then this is the role for you

We are a local, family-owned paediatric clinic who has been supporting the Mackay community for over 16 years and we can't wait to have you join our team.

About The Role

We are looking for a speech pathologist who wants to progress their career in either a clinical or leadership capacity. You will be responsible for working with children from ages 0-18, their families and others involved in their care so that they can have a happy, calm and connected family and community life.

What Occumax Offers In This Role

• Full time, permanent employment opportunity with the possibility to negotiate flexible and part-time options as we support work/life balance
• Strong onboarding program in place to help you feel confident in your role
• Be a part of an amazing interdisciplinary team with continual support from our onsite Allied Health Team Leader and Leadership Team
• Regular clinical supervision provided so that you are always learning and growing as a clinician
• Gain experience working with children with a wide variety of developmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder and social/emotional difficulties
• Advance your knowledge by using a wide range of standardised assessments, therapy tools and equipment
• Deliver services in our well equipped clinic with opportunity to also provide supports at home, school or in the community
• Opportunity to deliver group therapy, parent and information sessions

Perks Of Working At Occumax

• Professional development allowance and paid professional development leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Weekly wellbeing/self care program
• Bonus and rewards program
• Superannuation paid in addition to the salary range specified for this advertisement
• Relocation allowance available if required

What It Takes To Join Our Team

• Bachelor or Masters entry degree in Speech Pathology which is recognised by Speech Pathology Australia as a qualification suitable for practice as a Speech Pathologist in Australia
• Membership with Speech Pathology Australia with provisional/full Certified Practising Speech Pathologist status (or the ability to acquire before commencement).
• Ability to work independently, have great time management skills and be an effective team member
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents, professionals, other stakeholders and team members, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to identify own learning needs, strengths and limitations and seek out appropriate tools and resources to improve own skills and competencies as required.
• Attention to detail and commitment to achieving quality outcomes and continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to learn quickly, show initiative and problem solve with a positive attitude and growth mindset in a busy work setting.