Speech Pathologist - autism specific intervention services -ACT & NSW surrounds

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Are you passionate about people, positive about what's possible & do you pride yourself on providing a high level of customer service? ........if yes, then a career at Autism Spectrum Australia might be for you!

• Full or part time, permanent role - min 3 days per week, negotiable 
• Approx. $67k to $100k p.a. FTE salary package range - inclusive of superannuation (pro rata for part time)
• Excellent tax effective salary packaging benefits
• Itinerant role servicing the ACT & NSW surrounding areas 

Aspect Therapy are recruiting for a full time or part time Speech Pathologist to join our rapidly growing ACT team.   If you share our passion for making a difference in the lives of individual's on the autism spectrum & would like to work in the nation's capital city  – please read on!! 

Who are we? Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is Australia’s leading national autism service provider and knowledge leader. A "Different Brilliant" is our inspiration, focusing on the strengths and interests of people on the autism spectrum.

We believe that every person, of any age, on the autism spectrum or with a developmental delay, has the right to be an active participant in the community, to make choices about things that matter to them and to enjoy a good quality of life. With over 50 years’ of experience, we have a proven track record of delivering high quality support and therapy services.

Aspect Therapy: The therapy team employs over 250 allied health therapists and delivers services which are person and family-centred, flexible, responsive and evidence-informed for individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum. This role will see you building and nurturing connections in therapy environments including the community, schools, preschools and early education settings.

About the role: Work within a trans-disciplinary team of therapists including speech pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, special educators & social workers. Develop, deliver & evaluate evidence based, individualised services across a range of settings within the specified region of ACT and NSW surrounding areas. Work with individuals on the autism spectrum &/or other developmental disabilities through individualised school, home & community based programs. Build capacity of families, care givers & the broader community to develop the strengths of each individual & to promote & encourage engagement within their community.

What do we offer?

• A competitive salary package (including attractive & tax effective salary packaging benefits)
• Excellent internal & external professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive support & supervision
• Connections with highly experienced therapy staff who are members of the larger therapy team
• Interesting & varied work with a comprehensive structured training program to ensure you are best skilled to make a difference in your new role
• Your manager will support your individual learning needs
• You will be trained on tier 1,2 & 3 Positive Behaviour Support

What will you bring to the role?

• Degree or higher qualification in Speech Pathology
• Eligible for registration with Speech Pathology Australia
• Sound understanding of contemporary, evidence based approaches to the design & delivery of intervention programs for individuals on the autism spectrum or developmental disabilities
• Knowledge, skills & experience with family focussed & person centred practice
• Capacity to work autonomously & as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to travel across listed LGAs
• Current valid state driver’s licence & use of own vehicle for business purposes
• ACT Working With Vulnerable People for paid employment
• NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment
• Current CPR certificate (preferred)
• Current anaphylaxis certificate (preferred)
• Current child protection training certificate (preferred)
• Current first aid qualification (preferred)

A police check is a requirement. Aspect will arrange this.

What we offer: A competitive package will be based on relevant qualifications & experience. As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), Aspect employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities including $15,899 each year tax free. This means you can increase the value of your take-home pay. Click here for a summary of some of the benefits you can access when working at Aspect.

Click here to view the Position Profile.

To apply: Please attach your resume & complete the candidate questionnaire as part of Aspect's online recruitment process. Cover letter is optional.

Closing date: 5 pm Tuesday 10th July 2018.

Please submit applications as soon as possible.

Enquiries should be directed to: Joanne Randall, Coordinator on 0466 354 151.

More information about Aspect: www.autismspectrum.org.au.

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is committed to providing an environment free from abuse, neglect and exploitation of the people we support.

 Aspect is a Public Benevolent Institution and EEO employer.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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