Speech Pathologist
We have the unique part time opportunity for a Speech Pathologist to join the Social Inclusion Team, working 2 days per week on a fixed term contract
Summary about this job
Speech Therapy
Company: Goodstart Early Learning
Location: West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley
Work type: Part Time
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Phone: +61-7-1518-5898
Fax: +61-3-2166-2191
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Detail information about job Speech Pathologist. Terms and conditions vacancy
- National Organisation
- Part Time Opportunity
We have the unique part time opportunity for a Speech Pathologist to join the Social Inclusion Team, working 2 days per week on a fixed term contract for 12 months at Goodstart Morwell. The Speech Pathologist will perform a range of professional, educational and administrative functions to support the TaLKERS speech pathology program which forms part of the organisation's Social Inclusion Strategy within the Enhancing Children's Outcomes (EChO) approach.
Key responsibilities include delivery and day to day management of the program including:
- Delivering the program in consultation with others.
- Orienting key stakeholders to the program.
- Providing support to Goodstart educators, Centre Directors and Centre Support staff to increase their understanding of how they can create environments that encourage and support children's speech, language, emergent literacy and social/emotional development.
- Working alongside Goodstart staff to build their understanding of the tools and techniques they can use in practice.
- Communicating regularly with staff about the program, its goals, strategies and outcomes.
- Contributing to the development of resources for use in the program.
- Contributing to the evaluation of the program.
- Providing regular information about the progress of the program and the outcomes for children.
To be considered for this position it is essential you possess the following skills and experience:
- A degree (or equivalent) in Speech Pathology and be eligible for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of innovative speech pathology services in early childhood settings.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- A commitment to the access and participation of vulnerable children in early learning and care settings.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a highly successful national organisation who are making a difference to the lives of children and families across Australia every day. Goodstart Early Learning value people with Integrity, Passion, Professionalism and the desire to do something that's above and beyond what's expected. We are committed to providing you with opportunities for career growth and progression, outstanding learning and development opportunities and fun culture, coupled with flexible work life balance.
Goodstart is committed to child safety, with a zero tolerance of child abuse, and we look to reflect this commitment in our employees. Should you strive to uphold and reflect these values then we would love to hear from you.
If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please contact Pam [email protected] (please do not e-mail your application to this e-mail address, please apply directly through the website to be considered for the role).