Speech Pathologist | Blue Care | Bundaberg Employment Term: Part Time/Full Time availability consideredLocation: BlueCare Bundaberg Allied HealthRemuneration: $39.77 - $55.70p/h + 11.5% Super + Salary packaging benefitsMake a meaningful difference with BlueCare We're looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts.
To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.
An integral part of our big-hearted BlueCare team, as a Speech Pathologist you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about.
Let's make a meaningful difference, together.
What makes a difference for you? With a Blue Nurses legacy dating back to 1953, BlueCare is one of Queensland's largest and most trusted not-for-profit providers of community and in-home care, residential aged care, disability services and retirement living.
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance12 weeks paid parental leave in addition to the government schemeAccess to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits5 weeks annual leaveA recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance programA positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving othersCareer development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful differenceYour part in our BlueCare team You'll provide individualised, person-centred speech therapy to both our elderly and younger NDIS clients living in our Communities.
You'll actively incorporate contemporary theory and practice into therapy that promotes the independence and wellbeing of our elderly clients.
This will include:
Proactively screen and assess clients to formulate and maintain up to date individualised care plans.Maintaining open and fluid communication within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.Referring clients to appropriate health care professionals when necessary.Liaising compassionately with our clients and their families.We encourage our team to be creative and enjoy themselves while contributing to our success.
Come join one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia.
What makes a difference for us? You'll be passionate about implementing innovative therapies designed to enable your clients to maintain and improve their independence.
You'll be self-motivated and driven to incorporate contemporary theory in your day to day activities and make a real difference to the lives of our clients!
You'll have:
Tertiary Qualifications in Speech PathologyExperience as a Speech Pathologist/Therapist, preferably in the aged care or NDIS sector (Highly desirable).
Graduates are encouraged to applyExceptional communication skills with the ability to build great relationshipsClear understanding and experience with contemporary speech pathology theories and practicesCurrent Australian Drivers Licence and a road worthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance as requiredNDIS Workers Screening Clearance or willingness to obtainConfidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policiesBlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, we'd love you to be too Joining the state's largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you'll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family.
With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, you are part of something bigger.
Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.
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We look forward to hearing from you.
Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple–everybody is welcome here.
At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of who we are, our mission and our values.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.
Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person.
We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support.
We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.
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