Ahp2 - Speech Pathologist, Early Intervention Services Deaf- Hard Of Hearing

Department for Education
Job reference: 587806
Location: 5022 - HENLEY BEACH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us:Every child and young person deserves a great education.We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.Together we will make our education system the best it can be.When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.About the Role:We are seeking a skilled and passionate Speech Pathologist to join our Early Intervention Service Deaf/Hard of Hearing (EIS-DHH) team. As a Speech Pathologist, you will play a crucial role in identifying the communication needs of children who are deaf and Hard of hearing, as well as children of deaf adults (CODA), and providing them with specialised speech pathology services.Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and further develop a high-quality specialised speech pathology service for the Early Intervention Service-Deaf/Hard of Hearing (EIS-DHH).
• Identify the communication needs of children within the service by providing assessment and diagnostic services in consultation with key stakeholders.
• Plan, prepare, implement, evaluate, and modify intervention programs for individual children.
• Maintain accurate records of involvement and comply with procedures, policies, and legislative requirements.
• Consult with non-government and other government organisations in the provision of services.
• Support successful transition of children with communication and language difficulties from early childhood settings to school through collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively and provide specialised professional consultation and advice to project officers -EIS-DHH, special educators, hearing and early childhood setting staff.
• Undertake and provide professional learning to extend the knowledge of the project officers and staff in evidence-based best practices of language and communication development.
• Proactively seek opportunities to improve work practices and services, contributing to ongoing evaluation of services based on service delivery, outcomes, emerging trends, and community needs.

Qualifications:Essential:

• An appropriate degree in Speech Pathology
• Other appropriate qualification giving eligibility for practicing membership of the Speech Pathology Association Australia

Desirable:

• Certificate III in Auslan
• Further study in education or disability with a focus on Deaf and Hard of hearing

Special Conditions:The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.Remuneration:AHP2: $86,950 - $100,729 per annum (1.0 FTE), plus superannuation.Enquiries:To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Amy Geue, Senior Advisor, Inclusive Practice - Sensory, via Tel: (08) 8226 3183 or Email: .Application Instructions:Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.Additional Note:This is a part-time contract role (0.7 FTE), initial 2-years term contract.
Applications close: 11/04/2024 11:30 PMAttachments:
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-Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.