Speech Therapist

Selection Criteria

SC1 Experience, knowledge and skills in delivering Speech Pathology services to students aged to 18 years of age with physical, intellectual and other neurodevelopmental differences within a multidisciplinary team. 

SC2 Experience and knowledge of evidence-based Speech Pathology interventions in school settings across key areas of speech, language, AAC, swallowing and literacy; and participation in service delivery analysis and review. 

SC3 Demonstrated ability in the assessment of school aged students and providing advice to staff and families on program delivery and follow up.

SC4 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of professionals, teachers and parents.

SC5 A sound knowledge and experience in the use of a range of Alternative and Augmentative Communication systems (both low and high-technology systems) and the implementation of AAC best practice.

SC6 Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing demands and be adaptable to work across a range of clinical areas. 

Role

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree …