AddressAbout the role:
You will have the opportunity to visit some of Australia’s most unique country, bringing services to children and families in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and remote communities in Central Australia.
Since 2010, our NT team have passionately supported children and families, continuing to grow through integrity, commitment, innovation, and excellence. As part of one of the largest and longest established teams in the territory, you will provide culturally sensitive, client and family centred services, in collaboration with the community around the child.
You will be supported to grow and develop services, with a focus on capacity building supports for children, families, along with community and stakeholder development projects. You will also be an essential part of our Indigenous Allied Health assistant service development.
With a supportive administration and leadership team, you will have the space to do what you do best. This role offers flexibility, support and the autonomy to really make it your own!
What you’ll do:
- Provide culturally sensitive, evidence-informed therapy and capacity building supports for children families and communities
- Work within the multidisciplinary team of local and interstate practitioners, to provide integrated, keyworker supports for children, families and communities
- Provide a mix of capacity building, coaching, 1:1 and small group therapy supports, education, consultation and wrap around supports
- Provide services in a variety of locations
What’s in it for you?
- Generous salary package including our Rewards and Recognition program and uncapped bonuses
- Comprehensive supervision and mentoring to support your Career Development Plan – local and national training, professional and team specific collaboration, remote specific supervision AND an Annual Professional Development Allowance
- Career progression opportunities – we love to support and grow local talent, and our national footprint gives therapists the opportunity to reach higher and wider
- 3 days of annual professional development leave entitlement (on top of other leave entitlements)
- Access to industry leaders across our national network
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid parental leave
- Discounted health insurance
- Access to our Mental Health and Wellbeing Program
- Discounts and savings at retailers across Australia
About you:
This position is offered on a full-time or part-time basis for an experienced Senior Speech Pathologist with:
- An understanding of the intricacies of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
- Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology
- Exceptional communication skills that enable you to work in a culturally rich and diverse environment and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Experience in working with children and/or in the disability sector and confidence in your role working closely with their families is highly valued
- Compliance – SPA registration, current Ochre card, National Police Check, NDIS workers screening check, First Aid Training, Driver’s License & Vehicle
What next:
Click Apply Now! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work in your dream job and make a difference to the lives of children and families in Central Australia. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Sarah at ***************@apm.net.au
About us:
Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children and their families.
Everyone at Early Start Australia shares a passion for working with children and their families to make a real difference to their everyday lives. You will be part of a close, connected team who like to have fun!
As part of the APM Group, Early Start Australia offer you a small practice feel with plenty of corporate support services and job security, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care and support.
Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
