AddressAre you a Speech Therapist looking to make the move to Queensland? Then look no further; we are currently working with a client that has full-time and part-time positions available in multiple locations throughout Queensland, whether you are looking to base yourself in a beachside town or desire the country experience we have got you covered.
About the company
Our client is passionate about improving communication, health and wellbeing for both children and adults and offer a range of therapy assisted programs from independent living skills, arts and Crafts to adventure excursions at Morton Island, Fraser Island and treetop challenges to name just a few. Therapy assisted programs are available within a home, office, or community setting. With 5 Centres located across the Sunshine Coast, Fraser Coast and Central Queensland no two days will ever be the same.
Requirements
To be considered for the position you will have the following:
- Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years paid experience as a Speech Pathologist.
- Practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) or willing to obtain
- Current First Aid certificate and CPR or willing to obtain
- Current driver’s licence
- Current and clear National Police Check certificate
The successful applicant will perform the following duties:
- Apply a high level of professional judgement and knowledge to provide a wide range of speech and language supports to adolescents and adults with a variety of needs;
- Assess the communication and mealtime management abilities of the client utilising a range of assessment techniques and tools;
- Design intervention plans that are holistic, client-centred, and outcome-driven;
- Provide support to and assisting clients, carers, and families with the implementation of intervention plans and programs;
- Develop care plans and writing comprehensive reports based on advanced clinical understanding, application of various clinical assessments, and implementation of appropriate interventions to address prioritised needs;
- Liaise with other health professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the client;
- Educate family, carers, teachers etc on strategies to improve client’s development and independence.
