New Graduate Speech Pathologist

Kick-start your career at Cessnock Community Health Service as a Speech Pathologist, where you'll gain hands-on experience and mentorship to excel in this rewarding field from the very beginning.Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Until June 2025
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $35.78 - $41.81 Per Hour + 11 % Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 26
Requisition ID: REQ492951
Applications Close: Monday, 1st July 2024New Graduate Speech Pathologist
Cessnock Community Health ServiceAbout the role:Join us in a dynamic role where you'll thrive in both paediatric and adult inpatient wards over four 6.5-hour days each week. This unique opportunity is tailor-made for ambitious individuals looking to broaden their expertise and achieve personal growth. You'll spend two dedicated days per week immersed in paediatric care, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams that include nursing and medical professionals. You'll also engage with external stakeholders such as NDIS and preschools to ensure seamless referrals and comprehensive patient care. The remaining two days will be devoted to refining your skills in an adult care setting, where you'll deepen your understanding and proficiency.Our ideal candidate will benefit from personalised 1-on-1 clinical supervision, ensuring tailored guidance and mentorship to enhance clinical practice and professional development. Additionally, peer supervision will foster a collaborative learning environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and mutual support among colleagues. This comprehensive support system is designed to empower you to excel in your role and achieve your career aspirations.Where you'll be working:

• At Cessnock Community Health Service, you'll be part of a vital healthcare hub nestled in the heart of Cessnock. Our facility serves as a cornerstone of health and wellness for the local community, offering a wide range of essential services designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. From our modern medical clinics to our specialised allied health departments, we provide comprehensive care tailored to meet diverse healthcare needs. Our commitment extends beyond clinical excellence to proactive health promotion, ensuring that we empower individuals and families with the knowledge and resources to lead healthy lifestyles.
• Enjoy a collaborative environment with dedicated assessment areas, activity-based workspace designed to enhance client engagement and therapeutic outcomes. You'll have access to versatile therapy zones equipped with cutting-edge audiovisual technology for interactive learning experiences. Our comprehensive materials library and digital resources empower you to tailor interventions effectively.
• You will be joining a team that is not only incredibly close-knit but also highly inclusive. This means you'll have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues who value collaboration, support each other, and celebrate diversity. Together, you'll create a dynamic environment where everyone's contributions are respected and valued, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie that enhances both individual and team success.

About you:

• This role is suited to someone who has less than 12 months experience in a clinical setting and looking to expand their knowledge
• You are willing to learn and are open to constructive feedback to aid your professional development
• You are extremely organised and enthusiastic to take on new challenges

Benefits:

• Join a cohesive and approachable team who thrive on supporting each other and sharing knowledge

Collaborate with your team while enjoying team building lunches

• Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)

- Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.Requirements and additional information:

• Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Experience working with an adult caseload, including experience in management of adult dysphagia.
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Morgan Francis on Morgan.Francis@health.nsw.gov.auInformation for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on and !