Speech Therapist - FTE 0.6; Time Fraction Negotiable Job posted: 11/10/2024 Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Health and Allied Health Reference: 1441663 Closes: 24/10/2024 Location Profile Truganina South Primary School is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) development in the Wyndham network area.The school caters for all year levels from P-6.The school is located on Parkvista Drive and Federation Boulevard Truganina South and the majority of the students are drawn from the local area.The state of the art facility provides critical infrastructure that brings together the best in contemporary educational design and promotes active student-centred learning through the creation of flexible, functional spaces.This innovative, rich and rigorous curriculum is delivered in a positive, stimulating and challenging learning environment where every child experiences success and develops a love of life-long learning.Our students are encouraged to explore their world through inquiry learning to become thinking, informed, resilient and self-directed learners who are able to be the best they can be and contribute actively to their community.Role As our senior Speech Therapist, this role includes the following: Conduct formal assessment of students in areas such as communication, alternative and augmentative communication, speech, language and social/behavioural needs.Provide the delivery of programs in collaboration with teachers, parents/carers according to students' individual needs.Document, record and accurately report on student progress and make recommendations for future programming.Plan and guide ES staff members in the delivery of our language support program.Provide professional learning for staff.Attend meetings (e.g., staff, department, and program support group).Responsibilities The initial responsibilities of this position will be: Effective assessment monitoring and reporting of student's individual needs.Implement therapeutic programs through individual, small group or whole class settings.Provide support to student's families or carers through direct and indirect means (e.g., meetings and developing/providing resources).Effective organisation management and promotion of teamwork.Effective communication skills.Evidence of professionally sensitive communication with parents/carers and students.Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated interest in working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary professional team of teachers, education support staff, therapists and other professionals to improve outcomes for students.SC2 Ability to use clinical reasoning and design therapy interventions within the educational setting, including programs within the classroom.SC3 Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, including teachers, parents and students.SC4 Commitment to engage in ongoing professional learning, both within the school and externally.SC5 Demonstrated ability to work independently, utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities and meet deadlines.Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at HR Web.To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.#J-18808-Ljbffr