Preschool Speech Pathologist (4-day, Part-Time)

NSW Health; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health invites applications for a Speech Pathologist to join the Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks Preschool Team within NSLHD. The role delivers developmental surveillance and supports families in Early Childhood Education and Care settings across Northern Sydney.

This permanent part-time position (32 hours per week, 4 days) offers a salary of $40.05–$57.14 per hour, based at Royal North Shore Community Health Centre and working within an interdisciplinary team with

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Speech Pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in paediatric Speech Pathology assessment, goal development and evaluation, with a client- and family-centred approach.
• New graduates may draw on placement experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver developmental surveillance screening for preschool-aged children in ECEC services across Northern Sydney.
• Observe and document health and developmental indicators and clarify concerns with educators.
• Contribute to file review, outcome classification and referral pathways within scope of practice.
• Support allied health assistants during screening activities and receive supervision from senior clinicians.
• Provide timely clinical assessment and group-based intervention for children identified through surveillance when required.

Education

Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Speech Pathology providing eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia

Job description

NSW Health invites applications for a Speech Pathologist to join the Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks Preschool Team within NSLHD. The role delivers developmental surveillance and supports families in Early Childhood Education and Care settings across Northern Sydney.

This permanent part-time position (32 hours per week, 4 days) offers a salary of $40.05–$57.14 per hour, based at Royal North Shore Community Health Centre and working within an interdisciplinary team with