National PEKE Centre is a neuroaffirming practice and provides customised support across a lifespan from diagnosis to strength-based therapies and family supports.
We specialise in autism, ADHD, anxiety, sensory challenges, and regulation support.
We celebrate people for their neurodiversity.
At PEKE we are lucky enough to have two of the country's leading disability experts who will give continued training on areas of neurodiversity and disability, providing a wealth of knowledge that would take your level of understanding and your career to new heights.
An exciting opportunity has risen within our company at our clinic in Wyndham Vale for a full-time or part-time Speech Pathologist to join our innovative team.
We have a growing caseload of preschool and school aged clients, between the ages of 3-12 years who have support needs and are looking for a highly motivated therapist who enjoys working in pediatrics to support them.
Key Responsibilities include: Independently manage a caseload of clients across the lifespan Complete initial assessments to establish goals for therapy and identify if formal assessments and/or further reports are needed Complete formal assessments and reports as needed Complete NDIS Outcome Reports, Support Letters and Assistive Technology Assessment Reports Complete capacity building/education sessions with parents to empower them to be able to better support their children at home Liase with and provide information to a range of stakeholders such as teachers, schools, other clinicians, child protection services, parents, caregivers, support workers etc.
Provide neurodivergent affirming and relationship-based therapy Complete timely, formal case notes Participate in care team meetings and advocate for your client's support needs Plan and run group therapy sessions with other clinicians Ensure that client files are maintained and managed in accordance with National PEKE Centre policy and procedures.
Meet a minimum billing target of 25hrs per week/5hrs per day Maintain professional development through access to current literature, education programs, supervision programs and special interest groups About You To be successful in applying for this role you will have: Bachelor of Speech Pathology (or higher qualification) Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia Active police check and working with children check with the ability to acquire a NDIS Worker Screening Check Driver's license and access to a vehicle A passion for working with vulnerable members of your community Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship building skills The ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively within a team environment.
CPR training undertaken within the past three years or willingness to participate in training.
Have the right to work in Australia or be eligible for such.
Knowledge or willingness to learn about neurodiverse affirming practice and the social model of disability Willingness to learn from other disciplines to best support your clients (e.g., sensory needs that can be incorporated in session) NDIS and Pediatric experience will be highly regarded The successful candidate will be joining a team of qualified therapists as well as other disciplines.
In this role you will be working predominantly in the clinic with one day of site visits.
As a fully qualified therapist, you will receive a respectable remuneration package based on the award and level of experience.
A professional development package of $1000 per year is on offer and ongoing support from highly skilled and experienced Speech Pathologists as well as the practice owners and colleagues from our Cranbourne clinic.
This role could also be offered as part-time.
If you are interested in this position, please click 'apply' or send your resume and cover letter to ******.
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