Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation is looking for an experienced Speech Therapist to join our clinical team to work with children and adults to assess and treat a range of speech and language disorders. This role is being offered 1 day per week on either a subcontracting or employee basis.
Although this a non-identified role, we strongly encourage Aboriginal people to apply.
About the role:
- Assessment and intervention of children with receptive and expressive language delays and disorders, speech sound disorders and complex disability
- Providing early intervention to babies and children
- Assessment and management of dysphagia
- Assessment and management of children with difficulties with phonological awareness and literacy
- Liaison with parents and schools to implement programs
- Assessment and intervention for clients with dysarthria, apraxia
- Administering therapy for rehabilitation of patients with communication problems caused by disabilities or hearing loss
- Maintain all patient records and notes in accordance with documentation requirements
- Use evidence-based, problem-solving approach to clinical care and service development
Qualifications and experience
- Tertiary qualification in Speech Therapy and Certified as a Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia.
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Experience working with Aboriginal people
- Experience working as a Speech Therapist in a community setting
- Current Drivers Licence
- Eligible for Medicare Provider Number
About you
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities
- Be able to work in a team and ability to network with other services and health professionals
- Demonstrated patient-focused approach with genuine empathy and interest in patient needs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Be always well-presented, friendly and courteous
- Professional presentation and positive attitude
Why work with Ungooroo
- Join a growing team of medical and allied health professionals
- Waitlist of clients
- Modern and spacious clinical rooms
- Dedicated administrative support team
- Electronic diary and booking system
- Salary sacrifice and packaging for employees
- Supported social media marketing
How to apply
Please email your cover letter addressing the criteria and CV with relevant experience to hr@ungooroo.com.au or give us a call.
Find out more about Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation www.ungooroo.com.au