Company Description
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.
At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.
Job Description
* $81K - $122,000K pa (pro-rata) FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop
* Join a team of passionate dedicated professionals in a supportive school environment
* 3 days a week
Our trusted Aspect Therapy team aim to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support network to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals. This role is currently based at the school and works closely with the Learning Support Team to achieve the best outcomes for students at Aspect Hunter School. We work in partnership with the student and their teachers and families to identify strengths, areas of need & build collaborative programs to support their education. Pre-purchased annual leave is available and will be considered for candidates who may prefer to only work school terms.
Start and end every day with an organisation at the forefront of service delivery in a school based environment, knowing that you’re doing something amazing.
Qualifications
What you bring:
* Tertiary qualifications in psychology
* Fully registered with AHPRA
* Experience in completion of Cognitive Assessments
* Current driver’s licence, use of own vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed per km) and willingness to travel from your base at Aspect Hunter School to local satellite classes
* NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
* Working with Children Check for paid employment for the state you reside in
* NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’ certificate. If you have not already completed the free module, click here to access it.
* You may be required to provide an international police clearance
Click here to view the position profile.
Additional Information
What we offer:
* $81K - $122,000K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop + reimbursement of daily work kms travelled + tolls
* Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
* A comprehensive and tailored induction program to support you as you develop your own caseload
* A strong individualised support and supervision structure so you know we have your back
* A versatile working day supporting three to four people each day
* Permanent contracts
* Leave entitlements including paid parental leave, generous sick/carer's leave to support your wellbeing
* Practical internal and external professional development opportunities to keep you at the top of your game
* Reward and recognition program - Outstanding performance doesn’t go unnoticed
* Internal, yearly National Conference for ongoing career development and networking
* Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend your knowledge and skills
* Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
To apply
Please attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration level.
Enquiries should be directed to:
Rhiannon Tolmie, Operational Leader, rtolmie@aspect.org.au
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.
Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au
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