Job Description
What sets our Graduate Program apart
A smooth transition: We will provide you with a great onboarding experience, a high level of supervision and ongoing support, and a caseload you can ease into. You will also have a dedicated buddy to help you settle in and fortnightly technical training to boost your clinical skills and confidence.
Your own mentors: Feel reassured that you'll be mentored by an experienced clinician, delivering therapy in one of our well-equipped clinics, client's homes, and schools, and via telehealth. You'll also have 1-on-1 mentoring with a senior clinician to support your career ambitions for the future.
Connected with the brightest: The level of talent at Early Start Australia is impressive. With over 45 clinics nationally, our teams are well connected so you'll have access to world-renowned professionals and learn from some of the best minds across Australia.
Collaborate as one: Our close-knit and supportive multi-disciplinary teams foster an environment of connection and collaboration. Work with dedicated Allied Health and client support professionals, collaborating on treatment plans and sharing knowledge to contribute to a holistic care approach for our clients.
Balance the way you work: Enjoy a combination of working in-clinic and in-community settings.
More Benefits For Our Grads
We value our team and offer a competitive salary, flexibility, and a range of benefits to promote your skills, health, and happiness:
* A collaborative service model that values all client-related activities, giving you time to focus on activities that help clients achieve their therapy goals
* Over 100 hours of rostered annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, including monthly in-house training, daily team collaboration, national and state clinical meetings, paid professional development leave, and a professional development allowance
* Up to 12 weeks of annual leave per year, with an additional purchased leave program
* Discounts and benefits on groceries, movie tickets, and more
* Generous paid parental leave
* Allocated time for therapy support activities, allowing more quality time with clients and the flexibility to follow up and collaborate effectively
Your role as a Speech Pathology Grad
* Help children achieve developmental milestones, such as effective communication for participation in daily activities
* Educate and involve parents, carers, and others to support communication and language development
* Support children to speak clearly and confidently, addressing speech disorders
* Address literacy, reading, and writing difficulties in collaboration with schools and teachers
* Teach children safe management of food and drinks
About Our Grads
We seek passionate graduates who are enthusiastic about making therapy engaging and meaningful for families. You should thrive in an environment that welcomes innovative ideas and team collaboration.
You Will Also Have
* A degree in Speech Pathology
* Eligibility for SPA registration upon graduation
* Graduated in the last 12 months or graduating in 2025
* A full valid driver's license and access to your own vehicle with third-party insurance
* A valid Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
* A current Police Check or willingness to obtain
* NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain
* First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain
* Excellent communication, time management skills, and attention to detail
More About Early Start Australia
Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary Allied Health organization dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages and abilities, with a focus on children's care. Our team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Psychologists providing comprehensive therapies across Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr