Speech Pathologist - CYATS

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks annual leave

Professional development

Salary packaging

Relocation assistance

Health services for you and family

Job summary

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress invites a Speech Pathologist to support Aboriginal children aged 0-18 and their families in Central Australia. You will work within a multidisciplinary team delivering assessments and early intervention for neurodevelopmental disorders including ASD and ADHD.

Requirements include eligibility with Speech Pathology Australia, post-graduate experience, and knowledge of MBS items. NT driver’s licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Pathology with eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• Postgraduate experience in evidence-based interventions for children and families.
• Experience in assessment and therapeutic intervention for childhood disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Aboriginal children aged 0-18 and their families to optimise development.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team delivering assessments and early intervention strategies.
• Manage a complex caseload with independence and team collaboration.

Skills

Speech pathology

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Aboriginal health awareness

MBS knowledge

Education

Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Join an award-winning team delivering an innovative, community-led program with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

• Base Salary: $110,916 - $124,195 (p.a.)
• Total Effective Package: $135,070 - $151,761 (p.a.)*
• Full Time, Maternity Leave Cover Contract
  

About the role

The Speech Pathologist is responsible for providing support to Aboriginal children and young people aged 0-18 and their families to optimise children’s development. The position works within a multidisciplinary team providing assessments and early intervention strategies for children with a range of neurodevelopmental disorders including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the following essential requirements:

• Degree in Speech Pathology with eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• Relevant post graduate experience in the delivery of evidence based interventions for children and their families presenting with complex issues.
• Proven skills in the assessment and therapeutic intervention for a range of childhood disabilities including physical, cognitive and emotional development.
• The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, managing a complex case load.
• Demonstrated understanding of and/or experience in the issues impacting on Aboriginal children’s health and development, including knowledge of Aboriginal culture, history and current issues affecting the lives of Aboriginal people in Central Australia.
• Knowledge of Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items and ability to claim appropriately.
• Current NT Drivers Licence or ability to obtain one.

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of a bigger picture.
  Competitive salaries.
• Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
• Six weeks annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year.
• Flexible conditions such as flexible start and finish times, compressed work weeks, part-time and casual roles, job sharing and the possibility to purchase additional paid leave.
• Generous salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your immediate family at no cost.
• Relocation assistance (where applicable).
• District allowance.

For more information on the position please contact:

Tahlia Lee, Senior Manager, Child and Youth Assessment & Therapeutic Services, on M: 0492 430 731 |E:[e-mail]

*Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and value their diverse perspectives, experiences and contributions.

Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration

Advertised until a suitable applicant is found. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.