Speech Pathologist - Darwin Remote Services
We are looking for a Speech Pathologist to join the Remote Services Team in NT! You will have the opportunity to visit some of Australia’s most unique country, providing capacity building supports in Central Australian schools, bringing services to children and families in very remote communities, along with children in the greater Darwin area.
About The Role: Our team works collaboratively with families and believe in the enormous potential that lies within every child and young person. With the combination of focussed early childhood supports, a remote services team, and a family centred therapy model, the NT team is at the forefront of excellence in paediatric services.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide culturally sensitive, evidence-informed therapy and capacity building supports for children and families
- Work within the multidisciplinary team of therapists and allied health assistants, to provide comprehensive supports for clients
- Provide a mix of capacity building, coaching, 1:1 and small group therapy supports, education, consultation and wrap around supports
- Services can be provided in our fantastic clinic space, or flexibly to suit the client’s needs
During visits to Alice Springs, all expenses are paid including flights, accommodation and a vehicle, plus a generous remote allowance (up to $650 per trip). There is also the option to add additional visits to other NT communities.
What’s in it for you?
- Generous salary package plus super depending on experience
- Comprehensive supervision and mentoring to support your Career Development Plan
- Career progression opportunities
- 3 days of annual professional development leave entitlement
- Structured supervision with ON-SITE, senior practitioners, along with access to industry leaders across our national network
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid parental leave
- Discounted health insurance
- Access to our Mental Health and Wellbeing Program
- Discounts and savings at retailers across Australia
What You Need To Join:
- An understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
- Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology and SPA registration
- Exceptional communication skills that enable you to work in a culturally rich and diverse environment and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team workplace
- Experience in working with children and/or in the disability sector and confidence in your role working closely with their families is highly valued
About Us: Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early childhood and therapy services to children and their families.
Early Start Australia is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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