Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Part Time
Unit/Directorate: Mental Health, Public Health and Dental Services - Mental Health Specialties - Neuroscience Unit
Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further. We have immediate vacancy for:
one (1) Permanent Part-Time appointment at 38 hours (0.5 FTE) per fortnight, andone (1) Fixed Term Part-Time leave cover appointment at 38 hours (0.5 FTE) per fortnight until 13th July 2025 with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.What is our Senior Speech Pathologist role? The Senior Speech Pathologist working at the Neurosciences Unit is a member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in three adult clinics, namely the state-wide service for Huntington's disease, Young Onset Dementia and the Adult Neurocognitive Assessment Clinic.
The Neurosciences Unit is a community-based service where the Senior Speech Pathologist has the flexibility to see patients in the outpatient clinic or in the community/home environment. The MDT comprising of Neurology, Psychiatry, Social Work and Neuropsychology works closely together to support our patients, families and support people. We are the state-wide consultative service and support external speech pathologists and agencies to manage their patients with complex progressive neurological conditions.
Priorities for Senior Speech Pathologist in the next 6-12 months include:
Assessing, reviewing and managing the swallowing and communication needs of our patients with Huntington's disease and Young Onset Dementia;Conducting high-level speech and language assessments (often in partnership with the neuropsychologist) with the view of providing diagnostic clarification to a referrer regarding specific conditions including Alzheimer's disease and Primary Progressive Aphasia;Advocacy and liaison with external stakeholders such as the NDIS providers and Huntington's Australia to help support our clients.You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
What we offer NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
Free parking right outside the front door!Salary packaging to reduce taxable incomeInterested to join our team? Applicants are required to apply online at www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
A cover letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate what you bring to the position, especially relating to your experience in delivery of speech pathology services to adults with complex needs associated with neurological, psychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders, and your ability to function independently, in a community service and in a multidisciplinary team context.A detailed resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.References - The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Jodie Weerakkody on 08 6159 6464 or email ******.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. We look forward to receiving your application.
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