Speech Pathologist- Mental Health

The Hospital:The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.The RCH is committed to the .RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.For further Information on RCH is available .

• 1.0 EFT ongoing term position (Part-time considered)
• Hoppers Crossing location
• Leading Children's Hospital

About the RoleWe are seeking a full time, Speech Pathologist - to join our RCH Mental Health, Hoppers Crossing Community Mental Health Team. The RCH Mental HealthSpeech Pathologists provide comprehensive communication assessments, short term intervention for children up to 15 years and their families, and internal and external consultation for complex clients and work collaboratively with primary clinicians.The Mental HealthSpeech Pathologists work together to provide consistent and excellent care across the Mental Health Service and may be required to support speech pathology work on other RCH mental Health community teams as required. The successful candidate will have a high level of expertise and experience in the area of Communication Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders and may also be involved in teaching, second opinion, and secondary consultation.Classification for this position will range from; Grade 2 Speech Pathologist (YB47-YB50)To be Successful in This Role You Will HaveDemonstrated clinical skills and experience in the provision of child and adolescent Mental Health care as it relates to speech pathology assessment and intervention.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skilssCommitment to personal mastery, good communication and integrity.Ability to seek help when required and to utilise supervisory mechanisms. * A flexible and adaptable approach to functioning in a team environment that enhances the team's high performanceYour Skills and Experience

• Hold a degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited university
• Be eligible for membership of Speech Pathology Australia and meet the requirements of the SPA professional
• Uphold the SPA Code of Ethics
• Demonstrated clinical skills in the provision of speech pathology services to children and adolescent
• Qualification, experience or demonstrated interest in child and adolescent Mental Health
• Demonstrated commitment to work and contribute as part of a team
• Experience in working in a multidisciplinary Autism Spectrum Disorder assessment team would be advantageous.
• Completion of the Developmental Psychiatry Course (DPC) & or post graduate training in Mental Health or a relevant area would be advantageous..

If this sounds like you, click to view the position description.About the DepartmentRCH Mental Health is a Level 5 tertiary Infant, Child and Family Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service and comprises community and hospital-based services. This includes three multidisciplinary community teams which are based in Travancore, Sunshine and Hoppers Crossing. This position will be primarily based in the location listed above however you may be required to work across sites should the needs of the service require this.Our Community Mental Health Programs are undergoing an exciting transformation and expansion as we implement the recommendations from the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System. The transformation will allow the RCH Mental Health Service to help more infants, children, and their families, and implement contemporary models of care that best meet the needs of the families we serve and support them to use their collective strengths for recovery and hope. As part of this transformation, there will be opportunities for further training, supervision, and development.Watch our Mental Health careers videoFor more information about our Mental Health career pathway clickWhat we Offer

• Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
• Free parking onsite
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

Other Requirements:

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure

Application processTo apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!For more information about this position please contact Michelle Zarafa, Team and Site Coordinator on 03 9345 5022 or michelle.zarafa@rch.org.auWhy work at the RCH?RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemptionAre you ready to join our team?Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” buttonApplications close 29 May 2024