Speech Language Pathologist

Position: Speech Language Pathologist
Commencing Date: 30 October 2023
Salary Range: $89,634 - $110,862 per annum pending experience
Tenure: Full Time, 15 month Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: Friday, 27 October 2023 unless filled prior

Townsville Catholic Education is currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic Speech Language Pathologist to provide support to our schools in Townsville. This position is a Full Time, 15 month Fixed Term Contract commencing 30 October 2023. During school vacation periods the Speech Language Pathologist will not be required to work at school, except in defined extenuating circumstances.

Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the south, and north to Ingham and Halifax, south-west to Winton, and west to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island.

About the Role

As a member of the Inclusive Education Team, the Speech Language Pathologist works collaboratively to provide a range of speech pathology services that promote and support effective inclusive practice. The support provided will be responsive to each school’s context, maintain a student-specific focus, and complement services provided through TCE.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to learning and teaching within TCE by providing a collaborative and consultative speech pathology service for:
  - Students with significant speech language impairment
  - Students who may be at risk educationally because of speech and/or language delays
  - The development of speech language skills of students in the Early Years (Prep to Year 2)
• Assessments occur within the school environment and information profiling each student’s strengths and concerns with respect to their overall communication skills is provided to the school and parents
• Programs may be designed based on assessment results and these are also provided to the school and parents
• For students in the early years of schooling, appropriate screening assessment and oral language program implementation occurs in conjunction with classroom teachers. Such oral language skill development is embedded with current curriculum directions in the school. When required, advice is given to teachers regarding the modifications required to cater for the students’ speech/language needs
• Collaborate effectively to create partnerships within the school community to optimise the quality of service outcomes
• Confidential records of speech language pathology services provided are maintained and undertaken in accordance with Townsville Catholic Education Office guidelines
• Maintain standards of practice and competencies consistent with those described by Speech Pathology Australia and Townsville Catholic Education Office.

About You

• Demonstrated ability to develop effective programs and monitor the progress of these programs, making adjustments as required specifically for students with a disability
• Clinical experience and competence in differential diagnosis and intervention for children/adolescents with communication difficulties and the capacity to effectively apply this knowledge and expertise within the educational or other organisational contexts
• Experience and capacity to facilitate, perform and interpret appropriate speech and language pathology assessments and to report findings to all stakeholders.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices in the area of speech-language pathology
• Knowledge of professional and ethical standards
• Knowledge and up-to-date skills in relation to responsibilities and resources specific to the role.
• Highly developed interpersonal and written communication skills in dealing with a diverse range of students, school staff, parents/carers, community members and professionals from other agencies and organisations
• Excellent time management skills, flexibility with the ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and to form effective partnerships with other professionals, students and parents/carers

Mandatory Criteria

• Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by the Queensland Government
• Appropriate tertiary qualification(s) in Speech Language Pathology
• Eligibility for Certified Practicing Membership with Speech Pathology Australia Queensland
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within educational environments.

Please see the Position Description for more information.  

What we offer

• Competitive Salary
• 4 Weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Salary packaging options 
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a  co-contribution arrangement)
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Corporate health insurance 
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Well-being programs and initiatives

How to apply

• Complete the application form including contact details (phone and email) of two professional referees
• Upload a cover letter addressing the experience, knowledge and skills to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description 
• Upload a current resume

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. 

Applications close 3pm Friday, 27 October 2023 unless filled prior.

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