Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Description

Transform lives as a Paediatric Speech Pathologist at Smart Speech Therapy - flexible hours, growth, and a supportive team would love to welcome you!

About us

Smart Speech Therapy is a thriving private practice located in the heart of Sydney’s eastern suburbs. We are a growing, tight-knit team and pride ourselves on providing personalised, evidence-based therapy in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our commitment is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our young clients and their families.

We believe that each of our clients has the potential to reach their own level of ‘smarts’. There are many areas of smarts including speech smarts, social smarts, understanding smarts, literacy smarts, fluency smarts and more! Our goal is to support them to reach their ultimate smarts level in their individual areas of need. By strengthening their smarts, individuals are able to communicate effectively and as a result, create more meaningful connections with others which builds their self-esteem and ability to achieve their fullest potential.

Benefits

• Supportive Environment: Join a friendly team committed to your growth and success.
• Professional Development: Access to regular team discussions, monthly workshops, and weekly supervision meetings. Annual PD Budget.
• Flexible Hours: We can offer a part-time or full-time position to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Salary: Attractive hourly rate plus super.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a role that values your personal time and well-being.
• Reputation: We have a strong reputation in the area of social interaction and conduct neuroaffirming individual & group therapy to support these skills in our clients.
• Resources: Access a wide range of clinic and online resources including online subscriptions.
• Administration support: To save you time and help you focus on what matters most! 

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications: Degree in Speech Pathology with current SPA registration.
• Experience: Minimum 6 months of experience working with children in a clinical setting.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for working with children & adolescents.
• Attributes: A team player with a positive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Desirable: Experience with specific therapy programs such as Hanen, Lidcombe & the Social Thinking Curriculum.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop personalised therapy plans for children & adolescents with speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Deliver individual and therapy sessions in a fun and engaging manner.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and other allied health professionals to support the child’s progress.
• Complete timely clinical documentation including session notes, progress & assessment reports and emails.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and case discussions.
• See clients in the clinic, via Telehealth as well as carry out local school & preschool visits.

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