About the role
Clinical
* Assessment, diagnosis of children and young people presenting with communication and/or feeding disorders.
* Plans and provides high level speech pathology services to clients through individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home programs and school programs for children.
* Evaluates the effectiveness of therapy programs and services.
* Identifies and documents client goals, evaluate progress and plan re-evaluation.
* Consults with family, school and other relevant stakeholders regarding assessment, diagnosis and management, including for clients with complex needs.
* Provides clinical support and guidance to members of the Speech Pathology and multidisciplinary allied health team.
* Provides appropriate programming and supervision to allied health assistants as required.
* Participates in multidisciplinary assessment and treatment programs.
* Develops and maintains resources for client management (e.g. programs).
* Initiates and participates in quality improvement in consultation with line manager to evaluate service delivery and meet customer needs.
* Participates in ongoing evaluation of clinical practice.
* Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
* Administration
* Maintains own calendar and client database.
* Maintains client information in accordance with organisational, professional and the National Disability Insurance Scheme requirements.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings.
* Maintains equipment and supplies.
* Education/Training
* Develops, prepares and presents training for staff in relation to speech pathology interventions.
* Develops resources and programs for the use of other staff in areas of expertise.
* Assists with supervision and development of students and colleagues.
* Engages in continued professional development/education and ensures continued eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
* Participates in performance planning and performance reviews.
* Other
* Performs duties in accordance with organisational Policies and Procedures.
* Performs duties in line with the organisation's, Speech Pathology Australia's (SPA) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme's Codes of Conduct.
* Performs duties in line with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (NDIS Act) and Disability Services Act (1993).
* Performs duties in accordance with relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Opportunity Legislation.
* Conducts duties in a manner that is ethical and promotes a positive image of Connect Paediatric Therapy Services.
* Delivers outreach services as required.
* Performs other duties as directed.
About the practice
We are the leading paediatric therapy service in the North West and have been thriving since 2017. Our proven success as a local regional allied health and mental health provider is based on our understanding of the unique challenges to providing quality services in remote WA. Our solutions focused team of experienced clinicians are supported to adapt and collaborate creatively to support children with a variety of needs. It is our mission to give children in regional areas access to the high-quality services they need. Our core value is making real change for families, and we do this through family-centred practice. Our model focuses on delivering multidisciplinary allied health services, utilising the latest evidence-based interventions. We are committed to supporting choice and control, and as a registered NDIS provider, our clinic in Karratha provides choice for both private clients and NDIS participants in the Pilbara and beyond.
Experience and qualifications required
* Experienced in managing a general paediatric caseload preferred.
* Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, and current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Passion for supporting and empowering families of children with special needs.
What we offer
* Flexible work options
* 8 weeks paid parental leave entitlement
* 1 week Northwest leave after 12 months of service
* Professional development
* Scholarships and relocation
* Loyalty leave
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