Speech Pathologist - school-based role

  • Full-time
  • Department: Individual & Community Services

Company Description

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Description

  • $81K - $120,000K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop + reimbursement of daily work kms travelled + tolls
  • Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
  • School based role with option to work in the community as well
  • Part time (minimum 3 days) or full-time option 

Once you've met one person on the autism spectrum, you've met one person on the autism spectrum. This is career diversity on a whole new level!

Our trusted Aspect Therapy team aim to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support network to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals. This role is currently based at the school and works closely with the Learning Support Team to achieve the best outcomes for students at Aspect Macarthur School.  We work in partnership with the student and their teachers and families to identify strengths, areas of need & build collaborative programs to support their education.  Pre-purchased annual leave is available and will be considered for candidates who may prefer to only work school terms.

Start and end every day with an organisation at the forefront of service delivery in an NDIS environment, knowing that you’re doing something amazing.

Qualifications

What you bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in speech pathology
  • Membership with the Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) or willingness to obtain
  • Current driver’s licence, use of own vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed per km) and willingness to travel across your local community
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
  • Working with Children Check for paid employment for the state you reside in
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’  certificate. If you have not already completed the free module, click here to access it.
  • You may be required to provide an international police clearance
  • Willingness to work in a Full-Time role.

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Additional Information

What we offer:

  • $81K - $120,000K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop + reimbursement of daily work kms travelled + tolls
  • Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
  • A comprehensive and tailored induction program to support you as you develop your own caseload
  • A strong individualised support and supervision structure so you know we have your back
  • A versatile working day supporting three to four people each day
  • Permanent contracts
  • Leave entitlements including paid parental leave, generous sick/carer's leave to support your wellbeing
  • Practical internal and external professional development opportunities to keep you at the top of your game
  • Reward and recognition program  - Outstanding performance doesn’t go unnoticed
  • Internal, yearly National Conference for ongoing career development and networking
  • Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend your knowledge and skills
  • Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

To apply

Please attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional.  Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration level. 

Enquiries should be directed to: 

Anita Hemmings 0450969846, ahemmings@autismspectrum.org.au 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au 

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