Are you interested in providing leadership and clinical supervision to school-based Speech Language Pathologists?
The Department of Education in South East Region is seeking two HP4 Senior Speech Language Pathologist’s (Supervisory) to join our team based in South East Region which supports Logan, Gold Coast and the Scenic Rim.
These roles are offered on a permanent part-time and full-time basis.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Flexible
Job ad reference QLD/SER546874/24P
Closing date 07-Mar-2024
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Contact person Jo Adsett
Contact details 0467 812 934
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About the Department of Education:
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the Role:
As a Senior Speech Language Pathologist supervisory you will be responsible for providing leadership and clinical supervision to school-based Speech Language Pathologists in the delivery of safe, effective high-quality services to support children and students to access and fully participate in their learning.
South East Region is seeking permanent Senior Speech Language Pathologists (Supervisory) to join their team based at Regional Office Hope Island. There is a total of 1.5 FTE available, the FTE is flexible and will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Please note that this recruitment process will be utilised for any recurring temporary or permanent vacancies which may arise in the next 12 months.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide leadership and clinical supervision to school-based Speech Language Pathologists aligned with the Therapist Clinical Supervision Guidelines.
- Provide induction and on-boarding to school-based Speech Language Pathologists new to the role in collaboration with the school-based line manager and Senior Advisor, Speech Language Pathologist.
- Identify and respond to professional, organisational and personal learning needs of school-based Speech Language Pathologists.
- Collaborate with Senior Advisors and Senior Officers across all therapy streams to identify and respond to common issues impacting therapy services in education.
- Direct and support Speech Language Pathologists and school management teams in assessing Speech Language pathology requirements and identifying appropriate Speech Language pathology responses and interventions to support curriculum delivery and students with Speech Language communication needs.
- A relevant degree in Speech Pathology from a recognised tertiary institution, or other qualification which in the opinion of the Director-General, department of Education, or delegate, are acceptable.
- Eligibility for certified practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
- This position may require the incumbent to operate a government vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. (Queensland ‘C” class license).
- The incumbent is required to work throughout the service area of the position's base location.
How to Apply:
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to your achievements and capabilities in conjunction with the competencies listed under 'How you may be assessed' in the role description.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE)
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. -PRIORITY
Further information
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For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
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Role Description
Information Package for Applicants