* Salary: $109,079 - $113,933 + Salary Packaging (providing tax benefits of up to $18,550)
* Full-time or Part-time position
* $4,000 Sign-on Bonus (limited time)
* Joondalup Location
About the Opportunity
Join the team at Rocky Bay, a leading disability service provider, as a Senior Speech Pathologist dedicated to making a profound impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families.
In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to:
* Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and other allied health professionals to develop and implement personalized treatment plans that promote effective communication, swallowing, and overall quality of life.
* Support customers in early childhood interventions, utilizing your expertise in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and strategies to facilitate meaningful interactions and increase independence.
* Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing your valuable insights and recommendations for holistic customer care.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest research, evidence-based practices, and innovative approaches in the field of Speech Pathology, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive speech pathology assessments and develop tailored intervention plans.
* Provide evidence-based therapy across speech, language, fluency, mealtimes, and social communication.
* Collaborate with families, educators, and allied professionals to promote meaningful communication and participation.
* Manage a varied caseload of NDIS and private clients with full support.
* Liaise with the Clinical Operations Manager if there are performance concerns regarding the clinical practice of a staff member, especially during their probationary period.
* Provide clinical guidance and leadership to therapists within own discipline across TS, supporting them in developing the fundamental skills, knowledge and competencies.
* Oversee the Learning & Development (L&D) needs of the discipline.
* Coordinate, develop and/or conduct orientation/training in fundamental clinical skill development.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech Pathology and current Speech Pathology Australia membership.
* Strong clinical reasoning skills and knowledge.
* Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities, autism, or complex needs, especially for early childhood interventions.
* Experience in coaching and mentoring allied health staff and working within an interdisciplinary team.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Current driver's licence and willingness to travel between sites.
* A passion for making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
* Highly developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Well-developed time management skills and ability to prioritize competing demands.
* Competitive employee benefits including discounts with HBF Health, Ultra Tune servicing, JB HiFi and Flight Centre.
* Refer a friend bonus - receive $2,000-$4000.
* Access to fleet vehicles for work-related travel and free onsite parking.
* Purchased Leave Program – boost your annual leave to up to 6 weeks per year.
* Salary packaging of up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay.
* Health and wellness initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program and discounted Fitstop gym membership.
* Learning and Development opportunities.
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