$73,834 to $111,364 per annum + 12% Super
Within the Tasmanian Health Service Framework and in accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the speech pathologist will:
* Assess, plan and carry out treatment programs, in accordance with organisational policies and the professional code of conduct, for clients referred to the Community Rehabilitation Unit (CRU). Rotation across clinical work areas in rehabilitation may be required.
* Provide care collaboratively with the client and carer and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
* Assist the Senior Speech Pathologist in ensuring best practice standards for speech pathology services provided at CRU.
The CRU Service and Team:
* Deliver adult outpatient rehabilitation service working with clients with a diverse range of diagnostic conditions, primarily acquired neurological conditions (e.g. stroke, traumatic brain injury) and progressive neurological conditions (e.g. Parkinson's disease, Multiple Sclerosis).
* Comprise an interdisciplinary team (including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Dietetics, Social Work, Rehabilitation Nursing, Art Tutor, Allied Health Assistants) with a focus on client centred goal setting and rehabilitation planning.
* Work with clients to achieve their rehabilitation goals in our well-equipped centre and in their home and community.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:$73,834 to $111,364 per annum.Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.
Salary Packaging:
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia
* Eligible for membership with the Speech Pathology Australia
Or where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration Requirements
* Full member of Speech Pathology Australia
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Current Driver's Licence
Position Features:
* Rotation across clinical work areas in the Southern rehabilitation services may be required
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name:Nicky Kay
Position:Manager Community Rehabilitation Unit
Phone number: (03)6166 7209
Email address:nicky.kay@ths.tas.gov.au
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Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing for all Tasmanians.
We work with many people and organisations across a wide range of areas and at all levels of government to:
protect Tasmanians from public and environmental health hazards
prevent and reduce chronic (long-term) conditions at the population level
help people achieve their best possible health.
We assess and manage public health risks including environmental health, radiation protection and communicable diseases.
We also monitor the health status of Tasmanians to help inform decision-making and health priorities.
We work by setting polices and delivering or funding programs that aim to improve rates of physical activity and good nutrition, ensure healthy environments, and reduce the harms from tobacco.
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.
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