Speech Pathologist

Job Description

When you join Early Start Australia, you'll be part of an allied heath team that's in it together. A local team that's right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you'll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia. With flexibility and support to thrive, you'll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way.

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When you join Early Start Australia, you'll be part of an allied heath team that's in it together. A local team that's right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you'll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia. With flexibility and support to thrive, you'll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way.

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What You'll Do At Our Preston Clinic

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Therapy Service Delivery

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• Identify and complete assessments appropriate for each client
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• Manage a discipline-specific caseload, including complex clients, using a case management approach
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• Contribute to the selection and maintenance of assessment and therapy resources
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• Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust tailored therapy programs aligned to client goals
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• Deliver services across clinic, home, school, and community settings as required
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• Collaborate with allied health team members to achieve optimal client outcomes
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• Develop and deliver specialised programs such as group therapy and parent workshops
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• Maintain strict adherence to privacy and confidentiality requirements
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• Ensure practice remains aligned with current best practice and contribute to continuous service improvement
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Therapy Programs

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• Develop and implement tailored therapy programs for each client, including:
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• Completing initial appointments
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• Developing goal plans based on identified support needs
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• Creating measurable, targeted intervention strategies
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• Collaborating with other health professionals where required (e.g. Speech, Psychology)
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• Preparing home and session-based resources and activities
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• Developing session plans as needed
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• Conducting school and home visits when appropriate
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• Monitoring progress and adjusting goals and programs accordingly
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• Completing reviews and reports as required
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• Identifying suitability for additional services or group programs and incorporating into plans where appropriate
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Reporting and Documentation

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• Record all treatment notes and activities in PMS within 24 hours of sessions
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• Provide timely, high-quality reports to stakeholders (e.g. clients, families, health professionals, NDIA)
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• Ensure reports and correspondence meet ESA standards
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• Report and document client incidents or complaints in the appropriate systems
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Funding and Payments

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• Align therapy plans with available funding and funding types
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• Obtain and review NDIS plans where relevant to inform therapy planning
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• Provide accurate information to support correct invoicing of client-related services
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Professional Development

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• Participate in team meetings, peer reviews, and case discussions at an appropriate cadence
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• Maintain accurate records in line with organisational processes and manager direction
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• Utilise professional development opportunities to build role-relevant skills
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Organisational Requirements

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• Comply with and promote policies relating to WHS, emergency procedures, child safety, and cultural competence
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• Participate in risk identification, assessment, and prevention activities
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• Engage in networking and maintain collaborative relationships with professionals and agencies
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• Maintain discipline-specific registration/membership and adhere to relevant codes of conduct
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• Uphold privacy and confidentiality in line with organisational policy and legislation
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What You'll Bring
\n Experience/ Skills

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• Demonstrated experience in solution-focused therapy and early intervention
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• Understanding and supporting the principles of individualised services including the ability to adapt services to meet individual needs
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• Demonstrated ability to engage with a range of children and families and external stakeholders
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• Strong communication and organisational skills
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• Exceptional observational and report writing skills
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• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and the ability to work autonomously in the community
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Qualifications / Compliance

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• Relevant qualification in Speech Pathology
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• Registration with AHPRA and Registration with SPA
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• NDIS Workers Screening Check
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• Current Drivers' Licence and vehicle
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• Current Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People Registration (state specific)
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• National Police Check
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• Accredited First Aid Certificate
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What You'll Get
\n Flexibility and Wellbeing

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• Flexible hours and compressed work options
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• Up to 12 weeks annual leave.
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• Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave
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• Wellbeing support program for you and your family
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Reward and support

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• Competitive salary + bonus program
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• Registration and professional membership contribution
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• Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable
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• Dedicated admin support so you can focus on what you do best.
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• Work in an environment that focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, improving outcomes together
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Growth, your way

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• CPD allowance + paid professional development leave
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• Structured mentoring and leadership programs
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• Ongoing opportunities to build your experience, including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas
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• National and global career pathways through the APM Group
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Who We Are

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We're a dedicated and passionate team of allied health professionals helping children and young people aged 0-16 to reach their full potential. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with families to deliver personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. We are a registered NDIS provider and our clinics offer therapy under different funding models. As part of the APM Group, we offer the scale and stability of a global organisation, with the feel of a local team.

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