• Sign-On Bonus of up to $5,000! To join our Port Macquarie & Mid North Coast teams
• $92k - $111k Inc. Super + Salary Packaging + meals & entertainment card
• Relocation assistance available!
• Flexible Friendly organisation, WFH & part-time options available
• Embark on an Extraordinary Journey as a Speech Pathologist!

Our Organisation  

The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.    

As part of The Benevolent Society vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with our First Nations people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

About the Role

We extend our services to a diverse range of clients, from adults to children with physical or intellectual disabilities. You'll have the flexibility to work in various settings, including their homes, community spaces, or our vibrant office.

As our Speech Pathologist, you will join our passionate, friendly dynamic multidisciplinary team. We work holistically, with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalised treatment plans aimed at improving communication abilities and enhancing your clients’ quality of life! With guidance from our experienced Senior Practitioners and colleagues, you will work innovatively to ensure your clients are delivering evidenced-based services and are kicking goals! But that’s not all! We hold monthly communities of practice where you will have opportunities to connect with your fellow allied health professionals and share your experiences whilst continuously growing your knowledge and skill sets'.

The best part? You'll enjoy an easy commute from various locations! Travel in style with our pool cars to service clients in and around the enchanting Port Macquarie and the picturesque Mid-North Coast. We're open to applications from experienced Speech Pathologists and those with less experience.

Duties

As a Speech Pathologist, you will:   

• Provide high quality, culturally appropriate assessment and interventions to people with a disability who have language, literacy, voice and specific eating, drinking or total communication needs 
• Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualised needs of our diverse range of clients 
• Implement appropriate evidence-based services that meet the needs of clients according to the goals and within the allocated hours of their NDIS plan  
• Participate in support planning processes for clients to deliver coordinated, effective, service provision that meets the needs of the clients 
• Liaise with relevant persons in client’s environment e.g. family members, carers etc. regarding implications and management of eating, drinking, etc. 

Your Benefit (From us)

At The Benevolent Society, we don't just support our clients living their best lives; we also prioritise your well-being and professional growth. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Sign-On Bonus: Get ready for an exciting sign-on bonus of up to $5,000!(Lucky you!)
• Salary Benefits: You can package up to $15,900 per year of your pre-tax salary to cover everyday expenses. Plus, enjoy a $2,650 meals and entertainment card and a discount program – all before income tax is calculated, which means more take-home pay!
• Motor Vehicle Packaging Options: Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle.
• Work/Life Balance: Choose from flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours, hybrid home/office work setups, and a sweet, accrued day off every month for full-time employees.
• Recognition and Reward: Enjoy sector-competitive remuneration, participate in various recognition programs, and gain access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness: Stay active with a Fitness passport, utilize our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development: Engage in monthly Communities of Practice to share experiences with your peers, explore leadership training opportunities, and benefit from regular clinical supervision.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment – a First Nations employees are entitled up to 10 days of unpaid leave for ceremonial purposes, as well as the option to be a voice on our RAP working group, and have the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways.

Your Skills and Experience

To join our league of heroes, you'll need the following:

• Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.
• A valid driver's license (don't worry, we've got cars covered).
• Honesty, integrity, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their disability, culture, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
• Experience in applying evidence-based practice frameworks to assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate clinical supports.
• The ability to work flexibly, in a person-centred and strengths-based way, across a diverse range of settings to meet client needs.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of the First Nations people, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Ready to embark on this thrilling adventure? Apply today! If you have any questions or just want to chat, reach out to Faz at 0401 675 408 for a friendly, confidential discussion. Your extraordinary journey starts here!

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity and is committed to building an inclusive culture. We welcome diversity in all its forms; applications from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged. We value relationships with our local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. We see ability not disability, if you identify as a person with a different ability, please get in contact to let us know how we can accommodate your needs. We pride ourselves on being a client and child safe organisation and as such all our staff and volunteers go through security screening relevant to the role.

A position description is attached.