Description
Hearth Allied Health is a growing Allied Health NDIS registered business, and we are offering a unique opportunity for you to be a part of a friendly growing Speech Pathology and Allied Health team.
Our aim is to provide the opportunity to build capacity within Speech Pathology and to support dedicated clinicians to accelerate their learning and their career while providing excellent services to our clients.
Hearth Allied Health work closely with clients, their families, support workers and other professionals to achieve their goals.
Hearth Support Services commenced in 2017 with a desire to deliver responsive, quality, hassle free disability support to clients and has now expanded to add Hearth Allied Health to promote independence and assist clients to lead fulfilling lives at home and within their community.
At Hearth, we strive to be a driving force for positive change within the sector and to create an environment that nurtures and
About the role:
Caseload of NDIS clients with a variety of disabilities
Work with children (7 yrs.+) and adults in their homes, schools / community
Supervision and support from experienced senior clinician and external mentor
Opportunity to work with AAC, swallowing/dysphagia, complex communication needs
Work in interdisciplinary team (OTs, speech pathologists, positive behaviour support practitioners)
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Requirements
About You:
Qualified Speech Pathologist with energy and commitment to working with people with a disability
Member of Speech Pathology Australia
Enjoy working with people with complex communication needs
Understanding of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems or willingness to learn
Ability to assess and diagnose swallowing disorders
Ability to work as an effective team member alongside OT, and behaviour support practitioners
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), ability to write information that is accessible for everyone
Driven to succeed and committed to continuous learning
Qualifications
Bachelor of Speech Pathology or recognised equivalent degree
Certified practicing member of Speech Pathology Australia
Employee Working with Children Check/NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current driving licence and a registered car
Benefits
Why work at Hearth?
Founded on lived experience
Highly supportive and committed allied health team
Experienced Supervisor
Dedicated leadership team with a commitment to make a difference
Flexible, family friendly workplace
New office with great facilities and technology set up
Realistic KPI’s
Continuing education and generous professional development budget
Professional Development time allocation
Laptop & iPhone provided
Travel reimbursed
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Full time
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please include a cover letter addressing our selection criteria when applying.
For further information relating to this position, you are very welcome to contact: Cassie Kenyon, General Manager Allied Health cassie.kenyon@hearthaustralia.com.au