Part-time position with location flexibility servicing clients in and around the Southern Highlands and Goulburn area as drive-in/drive-outUp to $103k pro rata + Super + Salary Packaging (salary dependent on qualifications and experience)Up to $5000 relocation bonus on offer!Our OrganisationThe Benevolent Society's vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life.
For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability.
We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.As part of The Benevolent Society's vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.
We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.About the RoleWe offer our services to a diverse range of clients from adults to children with physical or intellectual disabilities, working flexibly either in their homes, community settings or from our office space.As a passionate
Speech Pathologist , you will be welcomed into our multi-disciplinary disability services team.
You will work collaboratively within our team with full support and supervision from our Senior Practitioners and other Allied Health Professionals to ensure you are set-up to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, client-centred services.Looking to sink your teeth into the world of disability?
We provide our
new graduates
with a wide network of supports including
communities of practice
(regular monthly meetings with a wide range of Allied Health Professionals from all over NSW and SA!
),
regular clinical supervision
(fortnightly) and
personal development
meetings with your supportive Team Leader!DutiesProvide
high quality, culturally appropriate assessment
and interventions to people with a disability who have language, literacy, voice and specific eating, drinking or total communication needs.Create
treatment
and
therapy plans
to suit the individualised needs of our diverse range of clients.Implement
appropriate evidence-based services
that meet the needs of clients according to the goals and within the allocated hours of their NDIS plan.Participate in
support planning processes
for clients to deliver coordinated, effective, service provision that meets the needs of the clients.Liaise with relevant persons in client's environment e.g.
family members, carers etc.
regarding implications and management of eating, drinking, etc.We support people to live their best life.
That includes you, our employee.
A 'best life' is unique to everyone and can change as life changes.
Here are a few things you might be interested in:Salary Benefits -
You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses and benefit from a $2,650 meals and entertainment card + discount program before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!Motor Vehicle Packaging Options –
to suit your lifestyle.Work/Life Balance -
Flexible work arrangements including part-time hours, hybrid home/office work arrangements, 1 accrued day off a month for full-time employees.Recognition and Reward –
Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.Wellness - Fitness passport + Employee Assistance Program + opportunity to purchase additional leave.Professional development –
monthly Communities of Practice- share experiences with your peers and find positive solutions + leadership training opportunities & regular clinical supervision to support growth and professional development.Diverse range of clients
from children to adults, through our range of disability programs funded by the NDIS, state education departments and other government programs.Multi-disciplinary team
of OTs, Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, and Psychologists to deliver outcomes for clients.Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on
reference networking groups , the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.Skills and ExperienceCurrently registered with Speech Pathology Australia.Current driver's license (cars provided).Passionate about supporting people with a disability to achieve their goals.Honest and who carry out their role with integrity and demonstrate genuine respect for all people regardless of their disability, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation.Experienced in applying evidence-based practice frameworks to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate clinical supports
(New Graduates are supported through this) .Able to work in a flexible, person-centred and strengths-based way across a diverse range of settings to meet client needs.Willing to contribute to and develop their professional skills through our internal practice communities.If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you.
The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply.
We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.Apply today!If you have any questions, please contact
Francesca
on
0481 097 ***
for a friendly, confidential discussion.The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued.
We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening.
We value relationships with the local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members.
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