Early Years Inclusion Coordinator (Speech Pathologist)

Autism Queensland Limited; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health insurance discounts

Professional development

Wellbeing program

EAP support

Job summary

Autism Queensland Limited is seeking a skilled Coordinator - Early Years Inclusion (Speech Pathologist) to lead the development and delivery of inclusive programs for young children across Queensland. The role involves steering a multidisciplinary team, fostering partnerships with educators, families and agencies, and driving service growth.

The ideal candidate holds a Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy degree with registration, has leadership experience in disability or autism services,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, or Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with AHPRA, SPA, or relevant professional body.
• Experience in the Disability and/or autism specific services.
• Experience working in a leadership role.
• Commitment to inclusive, person-centred practice.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the development, scheduling, and delivery of inclusive supports, services, and programs.
• Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team, managing performance, workflow, and fostering a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for service growth, including sponsorships and fee-for-service initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including corporates, professionals, and government agencies to promote inclusive practices.
• Promote services and share knowledge through stakeholder meetings, conferences, education forums, and internal communications.
• Oversee the development and review of resources, processes, and procedures to support effective service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting, ensuring alignment with funding body contracts and internal performance indicators.
• Monitor budgets and financial performance in collaboration with leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Speech Pathology degree

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Early Years Inclusion Coordinator (Speech Pathologist)

The Early Years Inclusion team at Autism Queensland, based across the QLD coast, are built on a strong group of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists and Teachers providing support to early childhood education and care ("ECEC") services. Increasing the confidence and capability of early education staff in evidence-based practices, workshops and training, coaching and consultancy, our consultants travel throughout QLD to various ECECs to deliver services.

Are you passionate about creating inclusive environments for young children? Do you thrive in leadership roles and enjoy building strong partnerships? We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Coordinator - Early Years Inclusion to lead the development and delivery of impactful programs and services that support inclusive practices in early childhood settings.

Please note this role requires a tertiary degree in Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy (and membership/registration with the relevant professional body - AHPRA, SPA etc.) and leadership experience within Disability and/or Special Education sector(s). Full-time availability is preferred but Part-time availability will be considered in line with operational needs.

• Lead and coordinate the development, scheduling, and delivery of inclusive supports, services, and programs.


• Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team, managing performance, workflow, and fostering a positive and collaborative work culture.


• Identify and pursue opportunities for service growth, including sponsorships and fee-for-service initiatives.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including corporates, professionals, and government agencies to promote inclusive practices.


• Promote services and share knowledge through stakeholder meetings, conferences, education forums, and internal communications.


• Oversee the development and review of resources, processes, and procedures to support effective service delivery.


• Maintain accurate records and reporting, ensuring alignment with funding body contracts and internal performance indicators.


• Monitor budgets and financial performance in collaboration with leadership.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, or Occupational Therapy.


• Registration with AHPRA, SPA, or relevant professional body.


• Experience in the Disability and/or autism specific services.


• Experience working in a leadership role.


• Commitment to inclusive, person-centred practice.


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging including entertainment card benefits and novated leasing options with Eziway.


• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance options, with singles through to family coverage options available.


• Exceptional professional development opportunities to support your career growth.


• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country - for you AND your immediate family!


• Be part of an organisation with a practice excellence team dedicated to providing our people with clinical supervision and mentoring.


• Connect to a range of services with AccessEAP including counselling, nutritional, legal and financial professionals.


• Be recognised for the difference you make through our Recognition and Rewards Program and AQ Annual Excellence Awards.

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.