About this role
St Jude’s Health Care Group is a trusted provider of Aged Care, Allied Health and Disability Services, established in 1982. With a strong reputation built over four decades and as a purpose-driven organisation, we operate with a clear philosophy: we do not provide any service that isn’t good enough for our own families. Our work is grounded in respect, integrity, commitment, and genuine partnerships with the individuals and communities we support.
Role Summary
Our Speech Pathologists work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to conduct a variety of speech/language assessments and interventions that are in keeping with best practice standards. They apply a specialist level of understanding towards the effects and impacts of speech, language, communication and the social use of language.
Exciting Opportunities for Speech Pathologists Across Australia!
We welcome new graduates, experienced clinicians and Senior/Lead Speech Pathologists , including international candidates from the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and New Zealand .
What's on Offer?
- Subclass 482 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
- Potential Subclass 186 Permanent Residency pathway.
- Flexible working arrangements and achievable KPIs.
- Paediatric, adult or mixed caseloads.
- Clinic-based or community opportunities.
- Professional development, mentoring and leadership opportunities.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Delivering high-quality, person-centered speech therapy, a mix of clinic based and seeing clients within 30 minutes of your base office
- Managing a client list of children and/or adults depending on your preference
- Working collaboratively with the broader allied health team to provide a range of Speech Pathology services, set goals and develop comprehensive therapy plans
- Ensuring that all support is provided within the NDIS framework and funding budgets
Skills, Attributes and Experience
Our ideal Speech Pathologist candidates pride themselves on their ability to build and deliver person-centered therapies that value the choice of the client. They will have the people skills to build and maintain meaningful, lasting relationships with their clients. They will also demonstrate a commitment to being a productive and positive team member of the broader allied health team. New graduates are welcome to apply!
As well as the above skills, the Key Requirements include:
- Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology
- SPA eligibility or relevant professional recognition to practice in Australia.
- International candidates eligible for SPA's Mutual Recognition Agreement pathway are encouraged to apply.
- A member of the SPA with certified practicing status
- Possess or willing to obtain both an NDIS Worker Screening Check and a Working with Children Check
- A valid WA licence and a reliable vehicle
- Previous experience working within the Disability sector is highly desirable
St Jude's NDIS are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon.