Overview
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the Kimberley. We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley region. Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the Kimberley. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed
Speech Pathologist
who shares our values to join our teams in
Broome and Kununurra
. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists throughout the Kimberley region. We provide therapy services in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. We also provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company vehicle on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.
Positions available:
Essential skills, experience & qualifications
Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology
Current membership with SPA (Full registration)
Therapists with all skill levels are encouraged to apply
Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Willingness to learn and grow
Well-developed oral and written communication skills
Willing to obtain NDIS Worker's Clearance
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
Current Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Benefits
Relocation allowance (within WA up to $2000 / up to $3500 depending on which state you are relocating from)
Housing allowance and assistance to secure accommodation ($2 per hour on top of Salary)
20% Above Award salary
Work mobile phone and IT Resources provided
Travel Allowance
Salary sacrificing- meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
Generous career development allowance and supportive supervision structure
Use of company pool car for work purposes
Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
If you enjoy finding meaningful and functional approaches to therapy input and are keen for the unique Kimberley life then we would like you on our team. Come grow with us and live and work in one of Australia's most unique/sought-after tourist destinations!
Apply via Seek or alternatively, forward your resume and cover letter to Luciana (HR Officer) (emailprotected).
Salary insights
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📌 Speech Pathologist
🏢 Far North Community Services
📍 Broome