Who we are

At EACH, our vision is for a healthy and inclusive community.

Founded on the vision that everyone is entitled to good health, we're one of the nation's leading health and community service providers, offering a broad range of services for over 40 years.

Who we're looking for

We are on the lookout for an AHPRA qualified Speech Therapist to join our School-Aged Therapy Team in Hawker, ACT.

This full-time or part-time opportunity is suitable for new graduates or experienced clinicians with a starting salary of $77,000 for graduates up to $97,000 based on experience and qualifications.

About you

You thrive in environments that allow you to form positive relationships with children and young people with developmental differences. Leaning on your knowledge of typical and atypical childhood development, you engage with your clients, their family, and other supports to collaboratively work towards the client's identified goals.

The role

Our therapy services are based on a family-centred philosophy. Our client base comprises children and young people, living with a variety of childhood disabilities - predominantly autism, intellectual disability, and delay.

In this role, you will:

• Build relationships with the community as you deliver services at clients' homes and schools to work within the child's natural settings,
• Provide face-to-face therapy services using the social model of health approach to identify goals and provide support and strategies for children and young people aged 7 to 18, and their families,
• Coach families, carers, and other professionals to build their capacity, and
• Document developmental information, goals, and outcomes.

Therapy services are provided at school, in homes, at our clinic in Hawker, and via Telehealth.

Who you'll be working with

We are a small but collaborative team! When fully staffed, EACH in the ACT has six therapists, an office administrator, a manager, and a therapy dog who is a loved and popular team member. In everything we do, we are dedicated and committed to providing excellent service to our clients.

What we offer

EACH is committed to developing our people. Here, you'll be supported to be your best.
What we provide:

• Work arrangements that flex to you
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Clinical supervision
• Support for new or recent graduates
• Engaging, inclusive supportive team
• Opportunities for internal career progression
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to continuously grow and develop.

Next steps

We'd like to learn more about you and what you can bring to this role and our team. Please attach a cover letter with your resume.

If you'd like more information about the position, please email ​Carolyn O'Mahoney, Manager - School Aged Therapy Services on 0455 081 941 at carolyn.omahoney@ each.com.au, using the subject line: Speech Pathologist - School Aged Therapy Services ACT enquiry via EthicalJobs.