Speech Pathologist

State Government of Victoria, Australia • New York, NY, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

An exciting opportunity exists for highly self-motivated Speech Pathologists to join Student Support Services (SSS) working in the Department of Education (DE) Inner East Area. Five positions are currently being advertised. New Graduates are welcome.

The Department of Education is looking for skilled and driven Speech Pathologists to contribute to the important work of our Student Support Services (SSS) teams in supporting schools to address the barriers that impact on student(s) access, preparation, and progress to achieving their educational goals and development potential.

If you are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential, and like working in a collaborative multidisciplinary team - then a role in the Student Support Services is the job for you.

Why Student Support Services?

SSS comprise a broad range of Allied Health professions including psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers.

Working in SSS is deeply meaningful, highly rewarding, challenging, and dynamic and gives you the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the life of children and young people, their families, schools, and communities. You'll work with a diverse group of people who share a common goal, and you will be well supported to use your professional skills and knowledge to provide specialised support at the individual, group, school, and area level.

What can we offer you?

The work we do matters greatly, and there are few comparable opportunities to shape the life of children and young people for the better.

flexible working arrangements
professional development and learning opportunities
embedded Professional Supervision Framework
supportive team environment
access to fleet cars (subject to availability)
a laptop, phone and where required for the role an iPad
access to an extensive assessment and therapy resource library
a competitive salary with salary progression
a range of salary packaging options
generous leave entitlements, including purchasing additional leave.

We know that the success of our State depends on the success of our people. If you are driven by a desire to contribute to the big picture, and the future success of our children and our State, then a career working in our SSS allied health workforce is for you.

For more details regarding these positions please see attached position description or contact SSS Team Leader, Cathy Stamos, mob: 0436 928 908 or email: ekaterini.stamos@education.vic.gov.au.

These positions are fulltime, ongoing and based within the SSS in the Inner East Team, North East Victoria Region at the Glen Waverley office.

When applying for this position ensure you submit Key Selection Criteria responses along with your resume.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

Applications close 11:59pm on Thursday 14 November 2024.

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