Position: Speech Pathologist – Grade 2 or 3 (Mental Health)

Kew, Melbourne VIC
Speech Therapy (Healthcare & Medical)
Part time
$90,000 – $105,000 per year

About Back On Track Psychology

Back On Track Psychology was inspired to provide quality mental health services to the wider community, including the cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals. We are committed to provide allied health service using the language that clients are comfortable with. Our evidence-based, personalised approach is designed to support client’s mental wellbeing and personal development.

About the Role

This role is perfect for an experienced Speech Pathologist looking to work in a mental health setting that is largely clinic-based (YES! We are mostly clinic-based). You’ll work with adults and children with diverse needs, delivering therapy in-clinic, via telehealth, or at times in the community.

Whether it’s speech clarity, language development, AAC, stuttering, voice, social skills, communication support or swallowing support, you’ll be supported to build your expertise and take on complex cases.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and deliver therapy across speech, language, AAC, social skills, stuttering, voice, and swallowing.
Work with a variety of client presentations, including Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, developmental delays, schizophrenia, ABI and more.
Participate in mentoring, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
Providing assessments as part of multi-disciplinary autism diagnostic assessments

Selection Criteria

Approved degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent and eligible for certified practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
You will have at least two years of demonstrated experience providing empathic and warm therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families.
Working with Children Check, Victorian Police Check.
Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
Maintain professional indemnity insurance.
Current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle (preferred).
Mandarin and/ or Cantonese speaking (preferred but not mandatory).
Part-time/ Full-time.

What we offer

Full admin support.
A multidisciplinary team including psychologists, OTs, social workers providing opportunities for collaboration, professional development and support.
Opportunities to learn more about neuropsychological and neurodevelopmental assessment (Autism, ADHD).
Weekly case conference to encourage collaboration, reflection and development.
Monthly external speakers from each disciplines.
A genuinely collegial and supportive work environment, with the potential for career growth and leadership opportunities.

Work with us!

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.

How to Apply

To express interest in this position, click apply or contact Dr Zhi Xiang On at admin@backontrackpsych.com or 0478 883 827 for more details.

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Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years’ experience do you have as a speech pathologist?
Are you currently a member of Speech Pathology Australia?
Do you have experience working with children?
Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
What’s your expected annual base salary?

Don't see a role that fits? We'd still love to hear from you. Send your CV and a brief cover letter to admin@backontrackpsych.com and we'll keep you in mind for future openings.