Speech Pathologist - Expression of Interest

Cerebral Palsy Alliance; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (AUD 80–140k incl.

Relocation allowance up to AUD 5,000

Professional development up to AUD 20k

Tax benefits via salary packaging

Gym membership discount

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is seeking a Speech Pathologist for roles across our NSW clinics. The position involves working with clients from infancy through adulthood with cerebral palsy and related conditions, in one-on-one or group settings, integrated with our multi-disciplinary team.

You will develop communication skills, support eating and swallowing, and use assistive communication devices as part of evidence-based care. Training and flexible hours are available to suit individual goals.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Speech Pathology are required.
• Evidence of current SPA registration is required.
• A current driver’s license and your own vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop clearer speech and stronger communication skills, language development and literacy.
• Provide assistance with eating, drinking, and swallowing, including saliva control and nutrition advice.
• Work with various communication aids and equipment, including high tech AAC.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in Speech Pathology

Job description

Location

Speech Pathologist - Expression of Interest

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we are always eager to engage with passionate therapists who want to make an impact in their clients lives. Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced therapist; if you are interested in a career with Cerebral Palsy Alliance send us your resume and we will be in touch with you to discuss your goals, timeline, and opportunities that might be suitable for you.

Our clinics are located in:

• Prairiewood
• Roselands
• Kingswood
• Wollongong
• Nowra
• Tuggerah
• Croudace Bay
• Erina
• Beresfield
• Port Macquarie
• Dubbo
• Orange
• Alstonville
• Canberra
• Ryde
• Allambie Heights

As a speech pathologist at Cerebral Palsy Alliance you will provide therapy for clients from early intervention with infants, through to adult clients, all with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities. You may be providing services in one-on-one or group sessions, built on a foundation of evidence based research and tailored to your client’s goals. At CPA you will work closely with our occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and exercise physiologists to provide complete and coordinated care. Your day to day work with clients may include:

• Developing clearer speech and stronger communication skills, language development and literacy
• Providing assistance with eating, drinking, and swallowing, including providing advice on saliva control and nutrition
• Working with various communication aids and equipment, including high tech AAC

What makes CPA special?** **

• Professional Development: We are a registered training organisation providing you witha detailed learning journeyand1:1guidance froma clinical educatorthroughout your career.
• Teamwork: You will join a close-knit and experienced multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to shape the care provided to clients
• A rewarding caseload:working with diverse clients and complex disability can be challenging, but also incredibly rewarding as you willhave a direct positive impactinyourclientslives and their independence.
• Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provideevidence-basedintervention focused on achieving the client’s goals
• Career Growth:A diverse range of career pathways are possible for you includingresearch, clinical governance,specialisationand management opportunities
• Flexibility: You will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you.

What We Offer?

• Salary: Clinical salaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140kincl super. Thisamountincludestax freepackaging; For more information on this please discuss with our recruitment team.

• Investment in YOU:receiveprofessional developmentopportunities valuedup to $20,000in your first year and $10,000eachyear after that.

• Relocation allowance:Ifyou’removing for thisrolewe offer a relocation allowance ofup to$5,000, T&Cs apply

• Tax Benefits:nreduceyour taxable incomethroughfurther optional salary packaging, putting $2,650 towards themeals andentertainmentbenefit.

• Discounted Gym Membership:Access to a Fitness Passport membership for you and your family

• A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3additionaldays of annual leave,12 weeks of paid parental leave,2 weeks of paid partner leave, compassionate leave, and options foradditionalpre-paid leave.

To be eligible you will need:

• Relevant qualifications in Speech Pathology

• Evidence of currentSPAregistration.

• A current driver’s licenseand your own vehicle

Our Values:

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities, fostering an inclusive culture across the organisation for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres StraightIslander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently.

We are committed to support in inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. If there is anything you’d like us to know about your health, abilities, or personal needs so we can help you work safely and comfortably in this role please let us know so we can discuss possible workplace adjustments.

More information about working for CPA:

For the safety of our staff and clients we have assessed this role as requiring a medium level of physical functionality, more details can be found here.

Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds and advocates for the rights of clients, we are a child safe organisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.