Speech Pathologist
- Positive work environment with a passionate Team.
- Great opportunities for personal development and career progression.
- Rewarding role and salary packaging.
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate, energetic and caring Speech Pathologist with a demonstrated commitment to providing excellent services to individuals with Autism and their families. Be based at one of our therapy hubs in Joondalup, Shenton Park, Midland or East Fremantle and work within a local area in people’s homes, schools, and community settings to provide person centered services.
Join our growing team of therapists to deliver therapy to autistic individuals through our Early Intervention, School Age or Adult services, on a full-time or part-time basis.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver a broad range of therapy services to a diverse caseload including standardised and non-standardised assessments for clients with a range of speech and language difficulties
- Complete specialist communication assessment for Augmentative and Alternate Communication
- Provide therapeutic support and information to families and key stakeholders supporting people with autism to create inclusion and participation across a range of settings
- You will work as a Speech Pathologist within a key worker model, providing both direct and consultative supports to clients with Autism
- Have opportunities to implement specialist programs and curriculum development within, Hanen Program® parent coaching and training, social communication, specialist mealtime assessment and management, Positive Behaviour Support programs and more
- Lead specialist therapy groups across a range of ages and skill areas
About You
The successful applicant will enjoy working with individuals with Autism and their families to ensure a total communication approach is achieved for all. If you are a people focused, values driven Speech Pathologist, we’d love to hear from you!
Additional requirements for the role include:
- A tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
- Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
- Person centered approach
- Experience working with children and/or adults with disability and their families is desirable
To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including an NDIS Workers Check.
Benefits
In addition to making meaningful difference in people’s lives, you’ll also receive:
- Extensive training, growth and development opportunities
- A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
- Access to generous salary packaging options
- Access to discounts to a wide range of products and services such as gym access, meal boxes and health insurance
About Us
The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.
Apply Now
To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter.
For further information please contact Elizabeth Grose at Elizabeth.Grose@autism.org.au
The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.
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