About the role:As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will use your clinical skills to assess and provide support to children in Tasmanian schools and Child and Family Learning Centres. You will be welcomed into a highly encouraging team-based environment, and we will support your career and professional development, tailoring supervision, clinical support and mentoring to meet your needs.You will benefit from a wide range of opportunities to collaborate on projects and be part of an innovative team of Speech and Language Pathologists. There will be capacity for you to work across all areas of clinical practice including speech sound disorders, language and literacy, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), feeding and fluency. As you become established you can choose to specialise in early intervention or complex communication needs.Tasmania is a truly remarkable place to work and live. Enjoy the benefits of the ideal work-life balance, surrounded by stunning nature with pristine beaches close by. Explore the many unique galleries, museums and festivals the island offers, and delight in the incredible produce and food culture. You can nominate your preference to be based in the North West, North or South of the State.What we offer:Generous leave entitlements to support your work life balance and 10 non-attendance days during school holidays.Support with the cost of relocation.$1,000 per annum for professional development expenses.Tailored clinical support and mentoring.Access to a wide range of professional learning opportunities.Access to a wide range of assessment tools and therapeutic resources.Why the Department for Education, Children and Young People?This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. The child is at the centre of everything we do, and the way we do it.Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our Department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure Bright lives. Positive futures. for every child and young person in Tasmania.Period of Appointment: PermanentHours of work: Up to 76 hours per fortnight (part time hours may be negotiated - minimum 0.6 FTE)Salary Range: $78,746 to $112,512 (per annum, pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation.Essential Requirements:Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia.Full membership or eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment).Desirable Requirements:A current driver's licence.To apply:Applications should be made via the Apply Now Button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.You will be prompted to answer 2 questions with reference to the selection criteria:Outline a situation that demonstrates your skills and knowledge in providing a speech and language pathology service for children and/or young people (maximum 500 words).Describe a scenario where you have worked collaboratively highlighting how you overcame any challenges to achieve positive outcomes for children and/or young people (maximum 500 words).For more information please contact:Name: Linda WilliamsTitle: Senior Speech and Language PathologistPhone: 0499 829 747Email: linda.williams@decyp.tas.gov.au
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