Senior Speech Pathologist, Community Brain Injury Rehab

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District - Westmead NSW is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist for the Community Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service. The role focuses on advanced clinical assessment and intervention for adults with complex brain injuries, working across home, community and centre-based settings.

You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred rehabilitation, with opportunities to lead group programs and contribute to education, research and service development.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia
• Evidence of significant graduate experience and advanced skills in brain injury/rehabilitation management
• Effective skills working independently and as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Engagement in continuing professional education and quality management activities

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage complex speech, language, communication, voice, fluency and swallowing needs
• Develop, implement and evaluate personalised, evidence-based rehabilitation programs and discharge plans
• Provide education, training and practical strategies for clients, families, carers and communication partners
• Recommend and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems
• Lead group speech therapy programs and contribute to documentation, supervision and service development

Skills

Advanced clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical education

Education

Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Western Sydney Local Health District - Westmead NSW is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist for the Community Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service. The role focuses on advanced clinical assessment and intervention for adults with complex brain injuries, working across home, community and centre-based settings.

You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred rehabilitation, with opportunities to lead group programs and contribute to education, research and service development.