Speech Pathologist - school-based role at Aspect

Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Pathology, Evidence-Informed Solutions, Person-Centred Support, Family-Focused Support, Functional Goals Achievement, Collaboration, Individual Support, Whole Class Support, Whole School Supports, Strategy Development, Capability Building, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working With Children Check, NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

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 Join a team of passionate dedicated professionals in a supportive school environment $81K - $120K pa (pro-rata) FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop Part-time role (3-days per week), 12-month contract until December, 2026 Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay 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 works closely with the Aspect Central Coast School's Learning Support Team to achieve the best outcomes for students through individual, whole class, and whole school supports. We work in partnership with the individual and their families/support network to identify strengths, areas of need, and develop support strategies that build capabilities and work with participant's interests. Pre-purchased annual leave is available and will be considered for candidates who may prefer to only work school terms. 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 Click here to view the position profile. Additional Information What we offer: A comprehensive and tailored induction program to support you as you commence in the role A strong individualised support and supervision structure so you know we have your back A versatile working day 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 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 Access to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email. Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level. Applications close: Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process. Please note, we will not be accepting resumes from recruitment agencies for this role. Enquiries should be directed to: Rhiannon Tolmie, Operational Leader, [email protected] or 0401 479 127. 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 Department: Individual & Community Services

Responsibilities

This role involves supporting and empowering individuals on the autism spectrum and their support network to achieve meaningful change based on functional goals. The Speech Pathologist will work closely with the school's Learning Support Team to deliver individual, whole class, and whole school supports for students.