Speech Pathologist - Aboriginal Early Childhood Impact

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services; Shire Of Broome; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation Allowance

Relocation support

District Allowance (Single)

District Allowance (Double)

Annual Airfare

Electricity Allowance

Job summary

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd in Broome seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver early childhood support for Aboriginal children up to nine with developmental delays. The role is full-time permanent with a 12-month fixed-term option, focusing on culturally sensitive, family-centred care within a transdisciplinary team.

You will provide assessments, interventions, and advocacy, aligning with RECS and collaborating with community organisations to improve service access and outcomes for

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Pathology with eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership.
• Minimum of two years clinical experience with children's communication needs.
• Experience in developing and implementing play-based, family-centred intervention plans.
• Willingness to obtain necessary clearances and travel across the Kimberley region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evidence-based assessments and interventions for Aboriginal children with speech and language difficulties.
• Establish effective speech pathology services in alignment with the Remote Early Childhood Supports (RECS) Program.
• Advocate for and coordinate with community-based services to enhance service delivery and outcomes for families.
• Develop strategies to improve accessibility to childhood development services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations.
• Support Family Support Workers in the implementation of the RECS Program through training and collaboration.
• Document assessments and maintain accurate clinical records to facilitate communication with stakeholders.

Job description

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd in Broome seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver early childhood support for Aboriginal children up to nine with developmental delays. The role is full-time permanent with a 12-month fixed-term option, focusing on culturally sensitive, family-centred care within a transdisciplinary team.

You will provide assessments, interventions, and advocacy, aligning with RECS and collaborating with community organisations to improve service access and outcomes for