Speech Pathologist – Pathway to Good Health Program, Goulburn Valley Health – Shepparton, VIC, AU
Reference Number: 2010
Job Title: Speech Pathologist – Pathway to Good Health Program
Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time until June 2027
Location: Community Health @ GV Health, Corio Street, Shepparton
For a confidential conversation, please contact: kate.fagan@gvhealth.org.au
About GV Health
At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person‐centred care, enhancing patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.
About the Role
The Pathway to Good Health initiative is a Victorian Government‐funded program that provides comprehensive health screening, assessment, referral, and health planning for children and young people aged 0–17 years entering or re‐entering statutory out‐of‐home care. GV Health's Community Health program, in partnership with Primary Care Connect Shepparton, has been funded to deliver this initiative across the Goulburn region as a pilot project until 30 June 2027.
As a Paediatric Speech Pathologist you will join a dedicated multidisciplinary team, alongside a Health Navigator, Paediatrician and Psychologist, to deliver regular clinics that jointly assess children's health and wellbeing and develop comprehensive health management plans for each child. You will work closely with Child Protection staff and other key services throughout the region to support coordinated and targeted health care for children and young people in out‐of‐home care.
Clinic operations will take place at GV Health's Corio Street campus. Access to fleet vehicles is available to support service delivery across the region as needed.
Responsibilities
* Deliver and manage speech and language therapy services for children and young people aged 0–17 years.
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored therapeutic plans.
* Provide clinical and therapeutic management for feeding difficulties.
* Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to contribute to shared care planning.
* Coordinate with child protection and related services to ensure integrated care.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in continuous professional development.
Qualifications and Experience
* Demonstrated experience in the assessment and therapeutic management of speech and language conditions, including feeding difficulties, in children and young people aged 0–17 years.
* Knowledge of current evidence‐based approaches to Speech Pathology practice for children and young people, and the ability to apply these to consumer care.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage sensitively and respectfully with children, families, carers and professionals from diverse backgrounds.
* Experience working effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to shared care planning and supporting coordinated service delivery.
Benefits
* Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to the community.
* Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships.
* Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance.
* Paid parental leave.
* Professional development and study leave to help achieve your learning and career goals.
* Confidential employee assistance program for you and your loved ones.
* Social club membership with a range of events, functions and local community discounts.
* Recognition and reward programme for outstanding performance.
Equal Opportunity
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with different abilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying, harassment and discrimination and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.
Pre‐Employment Screening
Pre‐employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, visa and valid working rights in Australia, and immunisations as mandated by the Department of Health.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre‐employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes submitted by recruitment agencies.
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