Speech Pathologist - Paediatric/School Aged Or Mixed Caseload!

We’re a passionate, collaborative and forward-thinking team of therapists, with one thing in common – the desire to make a positive difference to people’s lives.

If you are a therapist who wants to make a difference and enjoys working with a passionate, collaborative, and supportive organisation, Kern is the place for you.

Whether working with individuals and their families in the hospital, aged care, or community settings, we want to set the standard for allied health services in WA.

We believe that by successfully developing different and better ways of delivering therapy, we will positively raise the bar for what people will expect from their therapy service provider.

Why work with Kern?

At Kern, we understand that your passion and interests, a friendly and welcoming culture, coupled with a support structure aligned to your needs are key in ensuring a high-quality team member experience. To support you in the next step in your career, what you can expect when you work for us is;

• A diverse caseload based on your interest areas and passions. Our goal is to provide you with the diversity to keep you interested, whilst providing you with a real sense of challenge and professional growth.
• A genuine values driven organisation with a huge emphasis on support. You will be able to relish in an extended leadership structure complemented with seniors and mentors, both internal and external
• Commitment to a high quality, compassionate and supportive client experience through the Kern Supports Model. We believe in a ‘team around the person' approach to help our participants achieve their goals and live their best lives
• A carefully designed onboarding experience crafted to help you achieve your professional goals and aspirations, with as much mentoring as you need
• A dedicated leadership & senior team committed to the Kern coaching and development framework designed to accelerate your growth, career progression and job satisfaction

What's in it for you:

• A market competitive salary and a mileage allowance, paid at 92 cents a km
• A bonus 5 Kern days per year, on top of your annual leave **
• Flexibility designed your way to suit your lifestyle needs - part-time and full-time roles available, the choice is yours!
• A technology package to allow you to work from anywhere
• A $200 Personal Resource Allowance - build your own therapy resources kit
• So much internal professional development we cant even put a $$$ on it + external professional development opportunities!!!
• Apply directly to us and receive a $2,000 sign on bonus *
• If successful, you will also be eligible for a $3,000 referral fee if you refer a friend to join our team

The Role

As a mobile community based Paediatric/School AgedSpeech Pathologist, working as part of a collaborative inter-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality, person-centred speech therapy.

Working in a true ‘Team Around the Person’ approach, you will work closely with OT's, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists and other Speechies. We believe in working with families and support networks to build capacity, provide supports and overall help to create amazing outcomes for our participants.

As part of this role, you will have access to professional development, internal mentoring and specialised support, delivered by our highly skilled seniors, team leaders and wider leadership team!

What you will need to bring:

• A desire to provide optimal care for your clients, using your existing skills, but more importantly by pursuing continuous professional growth and improvement

• Commitment to Kern’s values of Seek to Understand; Play, as a Team; Different, Better; and Passionate about the Kern Way!

You should have the standard qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science (Speech Pathology) or approved equivalent
• SPA registration
• A valid working with children check
• A valid West Australian drivers’ licence
• A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
• PI & PL Insurance

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

If you are excited by the sound of this opportunity and want to work in an organisation that offers a world class experience for you, APPLY NOW, via Seek. If you would like to find out more, get in touch with Amanda Hardwick on 0488 788 *** or email ******@kernhealth.com.au.

What are you waiting for!