About The Role
About the role:
We require a dedicated and enthusiastic Speech Pathologist to join our vibrant Northcott therapy team.
Based in Woden ACT, you will provide timely, evidence based and person-centred Speech Pathology services to a mixed caseload of children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities.
Why work for Northcott?
- We are a friendly, supportive and collaborative team in Woden and the wider therapy team across NSW/ACT.
- A family friendly workplace with flexible hours for staff to manage your home and work lives effectively.
- Ability to negotiate working from home when appropriate to your caseload.
- Formalised supervision, peer to peer support and attendance at regular therapy forums, as well as structured internal training and support.
- 2 weeks paid Professional Development leave including some funding towards approved courses, seminars, etc.
- 4 weeks’ annual paid leave PLUS a week of special paid leave and paid parental leave.
- Multiple employee benefits, such as discounted gym & health fund membership, discounted motor vehicle services and entertainment cards.
- Novated Lease Arrangement for vehicle if desired.
In this role you will:
- Provide a high-quality Speech Pathology assessment and intervention service that is evidence based and solutions focused.
- Manage a mixed caseload with complex and varied needs.
- Be able to work with clients of all ages, their families and carers to identify strengths, skills and goals.
- Use appropriate assessment tools and methods to assess strengths and areas of development, in order to identify suitable intervention strategies.
- Be able to deliver therapy in a variety of environments, e.g. centre based, schools/preschools, group homes, homes and via telehealth.
- Demonstrate and embody Northcott values; ‘innovative, respectful and brave’.
- Contribute proactively to the ongoing development of professional knowledge and skills within the Speech Pathology profession.
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology.
- Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.
- Experience delivering evidence based therapy to a paediatric, adolescent and/or adult caseload.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload and administrative responsibilities in an autonomous, efficient and effective manner.
- An understanding of the NDIS framework and working within a fee for service model is desired.
- Be able to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills – written, oral and listening.
- Demonstrate excellent computer skills.
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) or willingness to obtain one.
- Hold a current NDIS Screening Check that is less than 6 months old or willingness to obtain one.
- Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
- Must have a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel as required.
- Evidence of compliance with any Public Health Orders applicable at the time – including evidence of a COVID-19 vaccination or medical contraindication certificate if applicable to you.
For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Hannah Read, Therapy Service Manager on 0484 266 430 or hannah.read@northcott.com.au .