We are looking for a part or full-time speech pathologist - experienced or new graduate (child and adolescent) to join our friendly, busy, multi-disciplinary clinics in the Western Suburbs - Keilor East.

Anticipated commencement: As soon as possible

Little Kingdom Therapy is a privately owned Allied Health Clinic which has a large client base aged 18 months to 20 years of age. Our caseload is ever increasing and we have found the need to expand our team.

You will manage a varied caseload ranging from paediatric to early adult clients living with or without a disability. You’ll work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide a range of speech therapy services, including intervention, assessments, set goals and develop comprehensive therapy plans.

Why join us?

Clinic-based setting - Work with like-minded people, within a multi-disciplinary team within a clinic base supported environment.

Shadow period - Four weeks of shadow period provided with direct supervision from a senior speech pathologist and six weeks of increased supervision.

In-house paid supervision - You will work directly with your primary supervisor and team. You will have weekly, individual and group supervision, direct client observations, report writing support, and weekly group training.

Team support - Join a wonderful speech team for clinical support and allied health colleagues for extended team support. Weekly speech and whole team training will allow you to build your clinical knowledge from a multidisciplinary perspective. In-house psychology support will also be provided.

Clinic-based - You will work mainly from your own office and will be able to create your own space.

Reduced caseload - You will have a caseload of four clients a day plus administration time (appointments will be in the clinic).

Ongoing development and supervision - Receive a generous annual professional development allowance and the opportunity to progress clinically in your career. You will meet with your team once a week for speech-specific training and with the allied health team weekly for multidisciplinary training. In-house support will be available daily and scheduled in your diary. Weekly formal supervision is also provided.

Competitive remuneration - Receive a great wage, laptop, opportunities for Saturday work (at an attractive rate) and potential incentive/bonus structure.

Great environment - Work with like-minded people, with regular staff functions, free parking and have variety in your position with a diverse caseload of clients.

Requirements

An interest in working with children on the spectrum.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in speech pathology and Speech Pathology Australia registration.

Working with children and national police check required.

Passion for helping people of all ages and ethnicities.

Capability to work with all stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for your clients.

The desire to be challenged and further progress your career.

Demonstrated experience working autonomously within your role.

Excellent time management & problem-solving skills.

High level of organisational skills and professional manner.

Duties and responsibilities

Intervention and treatment plans.

Standardised and observational assessments and intervention.

Individual / paired / group and parent sessions.

Occasional visits to schools.

How to apply

If you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would love to hear from you!

To register your interest in this exciting opportunity, click the "APPLY" button and submit your CV and a detailed cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate.

Please email your cover letter and resume to Kylie Blaszczyk.

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