Speech Therapist

Birch Care is looking for energetic, caring, and enthusiastic people to join our company. We are currently recruiting for a Speech Therapist to work across the Gold Coast and Logan region with an immediate start!

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will provide support and use evidence-based approaches to assess and provide therapy to people with disabilities. In addition, you will deliver tailored support and develop healthy, positive and professional relationships with participants to reach meaningful and desired outcomes in line with NDIS goals.

About you:

1-year experience in delivering person-centred NDIS services; (desirable)
Speech Therapist (with AHPRA registration);
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check & Police Clearance or willingness to obtain);
Current driver’s licence and vehicle (vehicle use reimbursement is provided);
Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal;
Excellent time management;
Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving;
Honesty, integrity, a good team attitude and a positive approach; and
Genuine commitment to continuous improvement.

We offer:

Excellent remuneration/hourly rates and flexible working arrangements;
Generous staff incentive and CPD schemes;
Laptop and Phone;
Our commitment to your work-life balance;
Genuine, supportive and friendly working culture

Tasks & responsibilities

Support participants to meet their NDIS goals.
Observing and evaluating patients to determine the nature and extent of their disorder
Helping patients establish goals and advising on treatment options
Planning and conducting programs to correct speech disorders
Administering therapy for the rehabilitation of patients with communication problems caused by disabilities.
Patient follow-ups and referrals where appropriate
Effective communication skills
Ability to work independently and effectively manage time
Demonstrate understanding of a person-centred approach
Practical verbal and written communication skills and the ability to connect with participants

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent (with AHPRA registration)
Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in working in the mental health industry (Desirable)
Experience in working with Autism and other disabilities (Desirable)

Mandatory Requirements

Current Working with Children Check–Blue Card
NDIS Worker Screening Check
If applicable to you, evidence of compliance with any Public Health Orders applicable at the time.
Current Police Check (Not older than 6 Months)

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Speech Therapist