Speech Pathologist – Early Connections Manning & Great LakesOct 14, 2024We are seeking a motivated Speech Pathologist to join our team!Full time position – $40 – $55 per hour dependent on experience.Come and see why our staff love working for Early ConnectionsPaediatric focused position, build your career working with children and families!Training and extensive supervision in role and generous PD.Gradual caseload and reasonable billable targets.Work with our team of experienced Speech Pathologists, offering face to face supervision & mentoring.5 WEEKS leave per year!Additional financial rewards and incentives through Employment Hero dollars!Save tax through generous Salary Sacrificing, unique to Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI's) – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing all available.Staff tell us they feel more supported in our team than they have with other employers – "the Team at EC feels like Family".Local Community Connector available to support you in settling into community (accommodation, partner's job support, childcare/school, leisure connections and more).Up to $3,000 subsidised relocation/accommodation costs offered.Come and see what the Great Lakes and Manning regions have to offer!Speech Pathologists (experienced or New Grads) welcomeEarly Connections- Manning and Great Lakes (formerly Manning and Great Lakes Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Speech Pathologist to join our expanding team.Our staff of 25 includes skilled EC Teachers, Therapists and Allied Health Assistants who will offer a supportive environment for our new staff member.Work as a Speech Pathologist within the "Team around the Child", family centred approach.The position is available either as a full or part time position and offers a family friendly, flexible workplace.Early Connections – Manning and Great Lakes is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development.We are a registered NDIS Service Provider providing Therapy and Educational supports through this system.Why work for us:Work within a highly skilled team within Best Practice model of service in Early Childhood Intervention.Supervision (face to face) from experienced Speech Pathologists in 1:1 and team supervision.PD allocation of $2,000 in first year and $1,000 annually thereafter.PD courses may include HANEN, SOS Feeding, Paediatrics, Behaviour Supports etc.We support your interest areas.Full or Part time roles negotiable with potential for RDO's and flexible hours.Salary packaging and financial incentives, including significantly above award rates, plus additional paid leave.Access relocation costs where needed.Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, Psychologist and Allied Health Assistants.Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.Staff are supported through access to wellbeing and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program.Access Employment Hero program, including staff rewards and recognition program.We are an established NDIS provider and also offer supports throughout the community.The role:Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12yrs with a diverse range of disabilities.Build a gradual caseload and enjoy achievable billable expectations and support.Service aimed at building the capacity of the child and family in natural, inclusive settings.Early Connections – MGL has extensive existing relationships within the community.Opportunity to work within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapist, Psychologists and Early Childhood Teachers and families.Opportunities for advancement.Work with and support Allied Health Assistants.Working between two sites (Taree and Tuncurry).Using state of the art technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and IPads.IT supports from our local IT company.The successful candidate will:Speech Pathologist qualification (or pending completion) and registered with appropriate Board eg SPA.Commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery.Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively.Ability to work independently and within a team environment.Experience preferred, however New Grads welcomed and supported under New Grad program.Ability to organise time and set priorities.Sound understanding of child development.Travel needs supported by work vehicles, however some private travel in your own car is required.A current driver's license and comprehensive car insurance are a pre-requisite for the position.A current Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Check and First Aid Certificate is also required.Part Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants' level of experience.Position will be permanent following a 3-month trial period.Applications close: Fri 8th Nov 2024.Ongoing expressions of interest thereafter. #J-18808-Ljbffr