Speech Pathologist

About the Role

We are looking for passionate, energetic and caring Speech Pathologists to join our growing Therapy Team at one of our hubs located in East Fremantle, Joondalup, Shenton Park or Midland on a full-time or part-time basis.

As part of our collaborative multidisciplinary Therapy Team, you will have access to comprehensive training and development, and pathways to advance your skills in AAC, mealtimes and social communication as well as the opportunity to specialise your skill set within a particular age group by joining our Early Intervention, School Age or Adult services teams.

In this role, you will:

Deliver individualised and collaborative therapy services
Support speech and language development, social communication, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC); work closely with parents, schools and communities to provide communication training as well as the opportunity to lead Hanen Programs® for parents.
Be part of a team
Collaborate and learn from a knowledgeable and supportive multidisciplinary team; be part of a hub with regular team meetings, joint sessions and team building activities.
Variation in your day
Provide a combination of hub-based therapy and community visits in your local area; lead therapy groups across a range of ages and skill areas to foster communication, play, self-advocacy, and        relationships.
Grow your passion
Develop your clinical pathway by joining our specialty teams, including our AAC Team and/or Mealtime Management Team.
Do more of what you love
Be supported by a team of operations staff to assist with resource making, scheduling, funding and billing, so you can focus on your clinical work.
Make a difference in the community
Participate in community events and projects through our extensive community partnerships to support inclusion for all. Some of our community partners include AQWA, The Art Gallery of Western Australia, SciTech, Sensitive Santa, WA Cricket.

About You

You enjoy working with autistic individuals and their families to ensure a total communication approach is achieved for all.

We are looking for a compassionate, driven, and person-centred Speech Pathologist who:

• Has tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology and membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• Demonstrates a person-centred approach, with a passion for empowering individuals and supporting their independence
• Has strong communication skills and able to build rapport with clients, families, and other professionals
• Has the flexibility and initiative to work both independently and as part of a team
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and to delivering the highest standard of care

To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including an NDIS Workers Check.

Benefits
In addition to making meaningful difference in people’s lives, we also offer:

Investment in youBecome a leader in strengths focused, client-led therapy approach for autistic individuals with access to continuous internal and external learning opportunities. Whether it's upskilling though in house training, external professional development or attending master classes. We’re committed to your professional growth.Time for your developmentGradually build your caseload over time and feel supported with our structured supervision framework, with regular 1:1 supervision and clinical group supervision with other speech pathologist.Career progressionWhether you’re interested in leadership roles, specialised areas, or expanding your skills, we offer pathways to take your career to the next level. Financial benefitsPay less tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum plus up to $2,650 available for meals and entertainment.Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers.

About Us

The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.

Apply Now

To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter.

The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.

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