Speech Pathologist (Paediatrics)

Gold Coast Kids Therapy is an allied health run multidisciplinary practice in the northern suburbs of the Gold Coast, QLD. We provide Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy supports to children, birth to school years, who have difficulties that impact their participation in everyday activities. 

We are seeking a Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join our team, who is passionate about providing services with children in order for them to reach their full potential and participate in family and community life.  

• Friendly multidisciplinary team including option to conduct joint sessions if clinically appropriate, and chance to observe other disciplines
• Opportunity to specialise in areas of clinical interest, within paediatrics
• Regular Supervision by experienced external Paediatric Speech Pathologist provided, and weekly meetings with the Clinical Lead
• Generous Professional Development Allowance, and Professional Development Leave
• Realistic caseload numbers, and time for clinical admin including notes and reports
• On-site cafe, gym, hairdresser, out of school hours childcare service, and other services
• Free parking
• Administrative support from our full time admin officer

Full Time or Part-time position

The role involves individual sessions in clinic (and option for home and community settings) in the northern Gold Coast. Assessment, and intervetnion supports may be provided in a range of practice areas including Feeding, Speech; Language; Literacy; Pragmatics; Fluency; Alternative and Augmentative Communication, depending on clinical experience and interest. 

• Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology
• Must be a Certified Practicing Member with Speech Pathology Australia
• Experience working with children as a Speech Pathologist
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and Current National Police Criminal Check
• Eligible to become a Medicare Provider
• Current Drivers Licence and own reliable transport (community visits are within 15km of our clinic)
• Evidence of high level communication skills and ability to work in a team with honesty, respect and integrity
• Highly desirable - experience in a parent coaching approach
• Highly desirable - completed training or ability to acquire training within 1-2 years of commencement in relevant evidence-based interventions

Team Enquiries contact: *****@gckidstherapy.com.au. To apply please send your individualised cover letter outlining why you would like to work for Gold Coast Kids Therapy, and your experience relevant to the position, with CV including 2 professional references via Seek (Click 'Apply Now").  

Any questions? Please contact the Director by email *****@gckidstherapy.com.au.