Speech Pathologist

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Classification: Experienced Grade 2 or Grade 3 Contact for confidential conversation: ************@gvhealth.org.au or (Option 4) International candidates encouraged to apply: ANZSCO Salary range: $90,183 - $110,676 Relocation and Accommodation Support Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, including relocation & accommodation support. Intrastate (over 100 kms): up to $2,500 Interstate: up to $5,000 Overseas: up to $8,000 Accommodation Support: Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available) +Connection to a FREE 1:1 relocation concierge service supporting all aspects of relocation. Learn more. About the role Come and join the GV Health Rural Allied Health Team (RAHT), a team with a well‑renowned supportive workplace culture with an opportunity to work alongside experienced Allied Health Professionals. In this role you will work autonomously, undertake a varied and diverse workload and provide interventions in predominately home based settings, making a true difference to our client's independence and well‑being. There is no nursing home work. Our multidisciplinary team includes Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Social Work and Speech Pathology services, supported by Allied Health Assistants. Responsibilities Travel across the Goulburn Valley region working in home and clinic settings Work with clients, carers and families to provide practical solutions to promote independence and safety at home Provide specialist intervention to clients with dysphagia and complex communication disorders Advise on appropriate communication aids and devices Develop goals and care plans to assist consumers to remain at home and active in their local community Work with a diverse range of consumers and health conditions Participate in student training programs Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives A comprehensive orientation program is available, along with supervision and support opportunities Key Selection Criteria Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent A member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and participating in the SPA professional self‑regulation program Knowledge and experience in the delivery of Speech Pathology services within home and community‑based settings Knowledge of the service system and ability to liaise and advocate across the full spectrum of health and community care Experience in the management of adult clients presenting with dysphagia In your application you are required to provide responses to the key selection criteria and provide a copy of your qualification certificate and SPA membership Position Description: Grade 2 or Grade 3. If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'. Equal Employment Opportunity GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and well‑being of all children. Pre‑employment Screening Pre‑employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to: Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre‑employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre‑employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. Agency Resumes Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr