Speech Pathologist: AAC Expert for School & Mealtime (PT)

Department of Education Victoria; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 45 000 - 65 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Waratah SDS is seeking a skilled Speech Pathologist with expertise in AAC to support students with significant cognitive and communication impairments. The role involves collaboration with teachers, therapists and families to develop communication plans within the school setting.

The position is part-time (3 days per week) with hours negotiable. You will contribute to assessment, planning and delivery of speech pathology services, with emphasis on AAC and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Ability to work within a trans-disciplinary team comprising school staff, families, students and external organisations.
• Highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills.
• Experience delivering speech pathology services in educational settings including assessment, reporting and intervention.
• Knowledge of low-tech and high-tech AAC systems.
• Willingness to provide professional development to staff and families.
• Ability to follow school frameworks and collaborate with leadership.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with teachers, assistants, therapists and families to develop students' language and communication skills.
• Assess communication and swallowing needs and refer to external agencies as needed.
• Attend and participate in review meetings as part of each student’s team.
• Develop and implement programs to support communication and educational development.
• Consult with staff on student communication and swallowing safety.
• Manage aids, equipment and relevant aspects of the school budget.
• Provide professional development activities for school staff and families.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Speech pathology

AAC knowledge

Professional development

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

AHPRA registration

Description du poste

Waratah SDS is seeking a skilled Speech Pathologist with expertise in AAC to support students with significant cognitive and communication impairments. The role involves collaboration with teachers, therapists and families to develop communication plans within the school setting.

The position is part-time (3 days per week) with hours negotiable. You will contribute to assessment, planning and delivery of speech pathology services, with emphasis on AAC and inclusive education.