Speech Pathologist

Therapy Connect; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation intrastate up to $2,500

Relocation interstate up to $5,000

Relocation overseas up to $8,000

Accommodation support up to $350/week

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Health is seeking a Community Adult Speech Pathologist to provide home-based and some centre-based services, in a multidisciplinary team to support swallowing and communication needs. You will help clients, carers and families with practical interventions to improve independence.

The role offers opportunities for service development, quality improvement, and involvement in student training programs, with a temporary relocation and accommodation package available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent) required.
• Member of Speech Pathology Australia and participating in SPA self-regulation program.
• Experience delivering speech pathology in home and community settings.
• Ability to liaise across health and community care spectrum.
• Experience managing adults with dysphagia.

Skills

Speech pathology

Dysphagia management

Home-based care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

SPA membership

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Community Adult Speech Pathologist

Employment Type: Permanent Full - Time (Grade 2 Position) (Grade 3 Position)

For a confidential conversation please contact: [e-mail]

International candidates encouraged to apply: ANZSCO 252712

Salary range: $90,183 - $110,676

About the Role:

There is a great opportunity available to work with a community-based team where you will play a key role supporting clients with swallowing and communication needs. You’ll provide home-based care (with some centred based appointments) alongside a multi-disciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals, partnering with clients, carers and families to deliver practical solutions and specialist interventions that enhance independence.

You’ll also be able to be involved and contribute to service development and quality improvement, while supporting student training programs.

Relocation and Accommodation Support

Relocating Support

Intrastate (Over 100kms) - up to $2,500

Interstate - up to $5,000

Overseas - up to $8,000

Accommodation Support

Either; 10 Weeks interim GVH Accommodation (pending availability); or

Up to $350 per week for up to 10 Weeks.

Connection to Free 1:1 relocation concierge supporting all aspects of relocation.

Goulburn Valley Health and Shepparton

Goulburn Valley Health prides itself on delivering person-centered care, aiming to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

Hear from our staff about the career and lifestyle of GVH: HERE and find out more about GV Health and our services: HERE

Shepparton and the Goulburn Valley are home to beautiful nature districts, walking paths, rivers and bushland, without sacrificing the city-amenities like our diverse restaurant and shopping districts. Being the food-bowl of the nation, we have dining options for every taste.

Job Requirements

We are looking for a Speech Pathologist with:

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent
• A member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and participating in the SPA professional self regulation program
• Knowledge and experience in the delivery of Speech Pathology services within home and community-based settings
• Knowledge of the service system and ability to liaise and advocate across the full spectrum of health and community care
• Experience in the management of adult clients presenting with dysphagia

In your application you are required to provide responses to the key selection criteria and provide a copy of your qualification certificate and SPA membership.