Speech and Language PathologistThis is an opportunity to provide quality Speech and Language Pathology services as part of an experienced multidisciplinary team specialising in working with people with disabilities, their families and support networks.For New Graduates, we also offer in-house mentoring from a highly qualified and experienced Speech and Language Pathologist, as well as the opportunity to access external supervision for the first 2 years. About Community Lifestyle SupportAt CLS we see our role as helping to make life easier and a little more fun. We provide direct support, allied health and assistive technology services across Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast.About the Allied Health CentreCLS’s Allied Health Centre provides clinic and community-based therapeutic services for people across the lifespan. It is a multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Nursing, Assistive Technology Specialists and Behaviour Specialists. The team prides itself on valuing autonomy and collaboration, where each therapist is able to identify their area of specialisation and preferred ways of working, while being able to collaborate with colleagues to expand their knowledge and skills. Autonomy:
We believe people know how to do their best work – our job is to stay out of the way. We set clear performance indicators and actively support you to find your preferred way of meeting them
Decide what you want to specialise in – want to explore the benefits of using goats in therapy? We’re in! We want you to excel. If you want to specialise in paeds, great! If you want a lifespan caseload, awesome! We want to make sure that you’re working in the space where you can do your best work.
Collaboration:
The Allied Health Centre holds over 100 years of collective experience, and it’s a resource you’ll be able to tap into. Be it randomly over lunch, collaborating on a case or sharing through peer supervision
There is no senior/junior structure in the Allied Health Centre. All practitioners bring to the table their knowledge and experience in the spirit of sharing and learning. Some days you’ll be getting schooled, other days you’ll be the teacher.
Essential Requirements for a Speech and Language Pathologist
A relevant tertiary qualification in Speech and Language Pathology
Current Registration with Speech Pathology Australia (or ability to register prior to commencement)
Ability to navigate, apply and adhere to CLS policies and procedures, including Workplace Health and Safety and Risk Management Procedures
Applicants will be expected to cope with the physical demands of the position, and must be willing to undertake pre-employment screening activities
A current c-class driver's license and willingness to travel between office locations
Applied First Aid (or ability to acquire)
Be eligible for or hold a Working with Children Blue Card
Be eligible for or hold a NDIS Worker Screening or Yellow Card
The position requires travel between Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough. The primary office location will be Bundaberg.
Highly desirable knowledge and skills for a Speech and Language Pathologist
Experience working in Paediatrics
Experience in a disability setting
Experience working in a Key Worker model
Assistive technology
Working knowledge of the NDIS
Benefits
Attractive salary based on qualifications & experience under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2010 (level to be negotiated with the successful applicant)
Superannuation 11%
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Leave loading 17.5%
Professional development budget
4 weeks annual leave
Job security
Work and life balance with flexible working hours (family friendly)
Access to Employee Assistance Program
To ApplyProvide a copy of your Resume along with a Cover Letter addressing your capabilities against the four Key Performance Areas (see below).How will I be assessed for this role?You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key attributes. Within the context of the responsibilities described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:1. Values in Action: demonstrated understanding and ability to apply CLS values in everyday practice - https://www.cls.org.au/about-us/about-cls/ 2. Customer Satisfaction:
I take a personalised approach to service delivery and view the client and their family/decision-makers as the experts in their own lives.
I demonstrate ability to work with groups and work to build consensus
Business Deliverables: demonstrated effective time management and ability to be accountable for outcomes and goals.
4. Accountability and Professional Responsibility: written and verbal communication is of a high standard and targeted appropriately to the intended audience.To find out more, please visit our website (www.cls.org.au) or contact Sarah James, General Manager (Specialist Services): sarah.james@cls.org.au, 1300 257 753 (Option 2).NOTE: During the Interview you will be asked to provide a copy of the NDIS “Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You" certificate accessible for FREE via https://training.ndiscommission.gov.au/ Applications are being reviewed as they are received, with shortlisted applicants contacted to attend an interview.