About Access Health and Community With a 150-year history and caring at our centre, our mission at Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is to build healthier lives together. We have a dedicated and experienced team of over 400 employees and 200 volunteers operating across 18 locations. Our people are the centre of everything we do and contribute to improving the wellbeing of the community every day. The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced speech pathologist to join our Speech Pathology service for adults 18 years and over. We are seeking a dynamic Grade 3 Speech Pathologist with advanced clinical skills and experience and an enthusiasm to work in our community-based multidisciplinary team. This position will have a clinical caseload and supervisory role of Speech Pathology staff. With a variety of case mix including clients with chronic and complex needs, neurological conditions and those with acquired disability. This role will be highly rewarding and will offer opportunity for leadership growth and development. Opportunities to work closely with our community to engage, create and deliver appropriate services to meet their needs. Speech Pathology services are delivered in clients’ homes as well as our new clinic facilities. There is also a growing group therapy program. We are an innovative, supportive and friendly team and have a proven culture of success, diverse skills and experience. If you have great communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will love working with us. You will report directly to the Manager of Speech Pathology Services. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer full-time or part-time hours that suit your lifestyle, ensuring flexibility to meet your needs. What you will be doing Key responsibilities Provide clinical leadership to the Speech Pathology team in the delivery of clinical services including promotion of an active learning environment. Provide Speech Pathology services at industry benchmark level for community based clients including involvement of other members of the multidisciplinary team where indicated Support the Speech Pathology Manager by assisting to analyse gaps in service needs and workforce capability to inform appropriate education program and workforce planning development. Management of clients with progressive neurological conditions, particularly in the area of dysphagia management and clients with acquired communication disorders or other language and speech disabilities. Understand funding and revenue streams relevant to providing Speech Pathology based services. Working with eligible clients including HACC, CHSP, NDIS and Home Care Packages. What you will bring Key Selection Criteria Bachelor of Speech Pathology (or equivalent) and Speech Pathology Australia membership required Advanced clinical experience and knowledge in the areas of neurology and disability sectors highly valued Previous experience working in areas such as ABI, stroke, neuro rehab, rehab in the home, palliative care, would be an advantage Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team Meets the key selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. Access Health and Community Culture & Benefits At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging. Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference. The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits: Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave Annual leave loading Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses) Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits Apply Now At AccessHC, we believe in empowering our team members and providing a platform for professional success. Join us on this exciting journey and contribute to the health and well-being of our community. If this position resonates with you and you are passionate about OT, have great communication skills, love sharing knowledge and have a positive attitude you will love working with us. This position will be based at our Hawthorn site, however, it may require travel to other sites across the organisation. Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ For further information contact: Lisa Thompson Senior Manager Allied Health P: 03 9810 3040 Email: Lisa.Thompson accesshc.org.au Applications close: 20th February 2024 Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes. Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work. We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and require successful applicants to undergo a Working With Children Check, Police Check and potentially an International Check.