Senior Speech Pathologist — Community Brain Injury Rehab

NSW Health; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 76 000 - 80 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital seeks a Senior Speech Pathologist to join the Community Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service, delivering advanced assessment and rehab for adults with complex brain injuries in home, community and centre-based settings.

You’ll lead specialised programs, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and support AAC and communication strategies, ensuring person-centred care and evidence-based practice across diverse environments.

Qualificações

• Recognised degree in Speech Pathology and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership
• Experience in brain injury or rehabilitation preferred
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice
• Experience working in home and community settings

Responsabilidades

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

Conhecimentos

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Evidence-based practice

Home & community rehab

Formação académica

Degree in Speech Pathology

Descrição da oferta de emprego

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital seeks a Senior Speech Pathologist to join the Community Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service, delivering advanced assessment and rehab for adults with complex brain injuries in home, community and centre-based settings.

You’ll lead specialised programs, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and support AAC and communication strategies, ensuring person-centred care and evidence-based practice across diverse environments.