Based on skills exp + Super + NFP Salary Package
Are you an experienced Speech Pathologist who is looking to utilise their leadership skills & passionate about enhancing the quality of life for elderly individuals? Join our growing Allied Health team
* Grow & mentor our Speech Pathologist team while enjoying your own diverse caseload
* Work alongside a supportive, growth-focused multidisciplinary team with ongoing professional development and mentoring.
* Rewarding local role helping older adults improve communication, manage swallowing safely, and maintain quality of life.
About Us
Carrington is a not-for-profit center of excellence for retirees, dedicated to providing person-centered quality care and health services across Independent Living, Residential Care, and Community Care sectors. We uphold a commitment to enhancing the well-being and independence of our residents and clients through compassionate, personalised attention. As a leader in aged care, we continuously strive to expand our services and maintain the highest standards of care.
The Opportunity
As our Speech Pathologist, you will enjoy a varied caseload of geriatric consumers with Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Programs and Private funding. You'll also work closely with our Allied Health Team Leader to grow the team, utilising your leadership skills to mentor, supervise and recruit Speech Pathologists, with opportunities for formal leadership positions as the team grows. We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team on a Full Time or Part Tim basis. This role would suit a skilled and empathetic with a passion for maintaining the quality of life for elderly individuals through exceptional care.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents presenting with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties.
* Identify and diagnose conditions such as dysphagia, aphasia, voice disorders, and cognitive-communication impairments.
* Develop individualised care plans to address the specific needs of each resident, and adjust while monitoring progress & outcomes.
* Implement therapeutic interventions to improve communication, speech, and swallowing function.
* Provide ongoing therapy to residents with chronic conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's disease, and post-stroke complications.
* Work collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including case conferences & care planning meetings, to ensure comprehensive care.
* Provide education and training to staff, residents, and their families about: communication strategies, safe swallowing techniques, and the risks associated with dysphagia; and to staff on: mealtime assistance and aspiration risk management.
* Complete all record-keeping and reporting promptly and to a high standard, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
* Ensure all speech pathology services are provided in line with professional standards, aged care quality standards, and regulatory guidelines.
About You
* Current financial practicing member of SPA with Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status and practices accordingly. New Grads welcome to apply
* Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Caring and compassionate attitude
* Excellent clinical reasoning skills, with a desire to achieve results
* Effective time management and organisational skills
* Sound knowledge of WHS
* Willingness and ability to travel to clients in the community
* National Criminal Check Clearance & pre-employment assessment to be completed during recruitment
Enjoy our Benefits
* Competitive Pay, including Loadings, Potential performance-based increases and Salary Packaging, adding up to $15,900 to your income – Tax Free
* Paid Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Opportunities
* Weekly Clinical Supervision and mentoring from experienced Speech Pathologist
* Employee Retention Program – Earn up to $1000 valued gift card for continuing position for a year
* 15% Employee Discount at our Rocksalt Restaurant
* Carrington will provide your first set of Uniforms
* Carrington will cover all costs included in any Criminal Record Checks
* Enjoy our "Carrington Day" – an Additional Christmas Public Holiday each year
To Apply
Submit your application, including a current resume, and a cover letteraddressing the above position requirements. Recruitment for this position has commenced, and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.
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Why would you choose anywhere else?
Carrington is recognised as a centre of excellence and has been providing state of the art care and services for independent living, residential care and community care for 125 years.
Located in the historic township of Camden, Carrington is situated on 400 acres of landscaped gardens combined with natural bushland, with sweeping views over the Camden Valley. Carrington aspires to be the provider of choice which enriches and enables the quality of life for all people in our community.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
MAKE THE TREE CHANGE WITHOUT GOING BUSH.
Why would you choose anywhere else?
Carrington is recognised as a centre of excellence and has been providing state of the art care and services for independent living, residential care and community care for 125 years.
Located in the historic township of Camden, Carrington is situated on 400 acres of landscaped gardens combined with natural bushland, with sweeping views over the Camden Valley. Carrington aspires to be the provider of choice which enriches and enables the quality of life for all people in our community.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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