Speech Pathologist Key Worker

Please note - This is an active recruitment campaign and applications are being reviewed and shortlisted for interview as they are received. This means that the advertisement may be withdrawn prior to the end date.

Are you a creative problem solver motivated by your contribution to real outcomes for real people

Do you enjoy working with like-minded Allied Health professionals who are genuinely passionate about what they do

If youre looking to move away from the hustle and bustle of a busy healthcare environment and really dedicate quality time to working with consumers to reach their goals then read on as this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Why work at Windermere

We know you are spoilt for choice in the vibrant Allied Health Space but do you want to know why you should join Windermere 87% of our staff tell us they are proud to work at Windermere with a team dedicated to supporting our consumers and each what our staff are saying here aims to assist people with a disability to identify support that really matters most to them. Our team of talented PaediatricSpeech Pathologists provide service to children and youth aged 0 -12 years who may be demonstrating delays or difficulties with their development including speech language feeding and social skills.

*As Windermere is a not-for-profit organisation employees are able to claim everyday living expenses up to $15900 against their annual Pre-Tax Salary. Use the salary packaging calculator available here -Salary Packaging Calculator Accesspay- ( - For an Annual Salary of $89018 without Salary Packaging this is the equivalent and comparative salary in the job market to $96285 (with $15900 of salary packaging). Therefore the fortnightly take home pay would increase from $2681 to $2871.

About the role

We are currently seeking Paediatric Speech Pathologists for Full Time and Part Time positions. We also offer a hybrid model of working which is a combination of workingfrom home meeting with consumers in their natural surroundings or within our offices in Berwick Narre Warren Cranbourne and Pakenham.

As a Windermere Paediatric Speech Pathologist you will manage a caseload and:

• deliver a broad range of evidence informed intervention strategies standardised assessments and parent training to increase communication and active participation in social and educational settings for children;
• undertake face to face consultation and relationship building in natural environments schools and kindergartens as well as our modern office facilities and therapy spaces;
• liaise and collaborate with a transdisciplinary team to design and deliver comprehensive support plans; and
• provide key worker support and advice to families and children in relation to speaking listening understanding language fluency and social skills.
• provide discipline specific assessment and intervention to children aged 0-12 years and their family with a range of disabilities.

To succeed in this role:

You are confident and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude. You are self-motivated and can work independently to meet set targets as well as forming part of a collaborative family focused and holistic transdisciplinary team. You are adaptable and resilient and thrive in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement of your practice ensures you make a real and lasting difference to the lives of your consumers.

Technical Skills & Professional Experience:

You will have a tertiary qualification within Speech Pathology and hold a current registration with Speech Pathology Australia. Furthermoreyou will have specialist knowledge and relevant demonstrated experience within a paediatric practice.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology with current and ongoing registration with Speech Pathology Australia
• Sound theoretical knowledge ideally with a minimum of 2 years discipline specific clinical experience with particular reference to paediatric practice 0 to 12 years
• Demonstrated knowledge of typical development and common conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder Cerebral Palsy Down Syndrome and developmental delay
• Knowledge and skills in the assessment intervention and evaluation of services for children & families
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as work independently including office based or remote off-site locations
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage use of time in a fast paced complex service environment in order to meet service KPIs and provide a consumer-focused high-quality and responsive service
• Demonstrated knowledge in the assessment and prescription of assistive technology
• Ability to use a computer and all relevant technology
• Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive culturally responsive safe and accessible.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment screening and checks -including NDIS worker screening check Police Check Pre-Employment Medical and Working with Childrens check
• Right to Work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights

If this opportunity excites you then click the Apply button to view the detailedposition descriptionand submit your application. Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.

If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phoneor email

Windermere is committed to equity & equality for consumers and employees this by building diverse and inclusive services and work environments where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander CALD LGBTIQ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted affirmed safe and celebrated. Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.