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Form of workResponsibilities of the speech pathologist:
- Independently, with clinical supervision support, provide high quality standard speech pathology services (assessment, treatment and consultation) which focus on assisting the students to develop their speech, language, communication and safe swallowing skills.
- Apply evidence-based interventions, evaluate and modify interventions and report on outcomes of interventions.
- Provide documentation of speech pathology services provided, including progress notes, service reports, programs, health and communication support plans and assessments reports for DIP.
- Work collaboratively with the teacher, other professionals, parents, and the student to assist in establishing Individual Education Plan (ILP) goals and support strategies.
- Communicate professionally with school staff, parents and external agencies.
- Conduct training and instruction to school staff within areas of the professional speech pathology field and within expected level of experience.
- Attend the required meetings. This can include staff meeting, professional learning committee meetings and other team meetings.
- Develop a professional development plan and participate in performance reviews.
- Adhere to privacy legislation, policies and procedures of the Ballarat Specialist School.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Participate in clinical supervision sessions and identify cases and issues which require guidance and supervision from a senior clinician.
