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Turrbal and Jagera Country
Level 4, 348 Edward Street
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This organisation has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced or newly graduated Speech Pathologist to join their team in Mount Isa, on a full-time basis, working predominately with a paediatric caseload.
As a Speech Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, tailoring and implementing custom programs for each client, and liaising directly with clients and their caregivers within Mount Isa and neighbouring communities, in accordance with organisational and program funding guidelines.
This will involve direct intervention, home programming, education, consultancy and advocacy, or a combination of these approaches, by:
About You
To be considered, you must hold a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, and current registration with Speech Pathology Australia, the national peak body, or eligibility to obtain.
Experience working for a not-for-profit organisation and/or in the provision of assessment and therapy to children and young people, especially those with complex needs such as autism spectrum disorder, with a current blue and yellow card and/or holding credentials from Queensland Health will be highly regarded, but are not mandatory. Additionally, any working understanding of the NDIS will also be seen as highly desirable.
Through the provision of high-quality discipline-specific assessment, prevention, treatment and intervention, you will achieve maximal outcomes for a broad range of clients and conditions. An awareness of Indigenous Health issues and an ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner is vital. Candidates with an understanding of the issues and organisations involved in the delivery of health services to rural and remote communities will be highly regarded.
Please Note: There may be some travel needed to support neighbouring catchment areas, as such you must be willing to travel by small plane as needed. A 'C' Class Driver's License is also a requirement of this position.
Why you'll LOVE working with this organisation!
Whether you're looking for an adventure, or a role in which you can give back to the community, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution.
This organisation is one of the largest health service providers in Mount Isa. You'll be joining a vibrant community and a close-knit team where you will be well supported by Team Leaders living and working in the community, as well as being provided with plenty of learning, ongoing professional, and career development opportunities!
The successful candidate will receive a highly attractive remuneration circa $70,054 - $89,529 plus super.
A fantastic range of ADDITIONAL benefits will also be provided, including:
Please note:
Job No:10002574
Speech Pathologist - Mount Isa
- Job type Permanent
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Salary
Negotiable
- Discipline Allied Health
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Reference
JOB -10002574
- Ready to kick start or grow your career as a Speech Pathologist?
- Come and join the leaders in the provision of community-based allied health in Mount Isa!
- Excellent remuneration circa $70,054 - $89,529 PLUS super
- Benefits include relocation assistance, rental and travel subsidies, salary sacrificing and more
This organisation has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced or newly graduated Speech Pathologist to join their team in Mount Isa, on a full-time basis, working predominately with a paediatric caseload.
As a Speech Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, tailoring and implementing custom programs for each client, and liaising directly with clients and their caregivers within Mount Isa and neighbouring communities, in accordance with organisational and program funding guidelines.
This will involve direct intervention, home programming, education, consultancy and advocacy, or a combination of these approaches, by:
- Administering standardised and informal tests and observing clients to determine the nature and extent of their communication disorders or swallowing difficulties;
- Providing treatment and management of speech, language, learning and communication disorders that may be developmental, part of a disability, or acquired as a result of injury or disease;
- Delivering a range of early intervention services to children and families;
- Advising on the positioning of the body and on the textures of food and fluids which assists an individual to eat and swallow safely without choking;
- Assisting health and community groups to improve the health of individuals and the community by raising awareness of healthy lifestyles, disease and disability, and other health-related issues; and
- Providing support thorugh a range of service models including individual therapy, telehealth, group for children and school based interventions.
About You
To be considered, you must hold a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, and current registration with Speech Pathology Australia, the national peak body, or eligibility to obtain.
Experience working for a not-for-profit organisation and/or in the provision of assessment and therapy to children and young people, especially those with complex needs such as autism spectrum disorder, with a current blue and yellow card and/or holding credentials from Queensland Health will be highly regarded, but are not mandatory. Additionally, any working understanding of the NDIS will also be seen as highly desirable.
Through the provision of high-quality discipline-specific assessment, prevention, treatment and intervention, you will achieve maximal outcomes for a broad range of clients and conditions. An awareness of Indigenous Health issues and an ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner is vital. Candidates with an understanding of the issues and organisations involved in the delivery of health services to rural and remote communities will be highly regarded.
Please Note: There may be some travel needed to support neighbouring catchment areas, as such you must be willing to travel by small plane as needed. A 'C' Class Driver's License is also a requirement of this position.
Why you'll LOVE working with this organisation!
Whether you're looking for an adventure, or a role in which you can give back to the community, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution.
This organisation is one of the largest health service providers in Mount Isa. You'll be joining a vibrant community and a close-knit team where you will be well supported by Team Leaders living and working in the community, as well as being provided with plenty of learning, ongoing professional, and career development opportunities!
The successful candidate will receive a highly attractive remuneration circa $70,054 - $89,529 plus super.
A fantastic range of ADDITIONAL benefits will also be provided, including:
- Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900;
- Leave loading of 17.5%;
- Rental Subsidy;
- Travel subsidy;
- 5 weeks annual leave; and
- Relocation assistance, including the initial provision of paid accommodation while you look for something more permanent.
Please note:
- You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role;
- All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check; and
- Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job No:10002574
(07) 3105 7800
Turrbal and Jagera Country | Level 4, 348 Edward Street
Brisbane QLD 4000 / GPO Box 2523, Brisbane QLD 4001HWQ operates a flexible hybrid work environment. Should you wish to meet with a staff member in person, please schedule an appointment.
