Speech Pathologist - Grade 2

Reference Number: 1640

Job Title: Speech Pathologist - Grade 2 
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time opportunity                                                                
Location: Community Health 

For a confidential conversation please contact: Jenelle.Gannon@gvhealth.org.au

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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Our region:

Great things happen here! Follow the link to find out what its like to live, work and play in our wonderful region: Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here

Relocating to our region:

Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, including relocation & accommodation support. 

Relocation Support:

• Intrastate (over 100kms) - up to $2,500
• Interstate - up to $5,000
• Overseas - up to $8,000
    

Accommodation Support: 

• Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or
• 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available) 

+Connection to a FREE 1:1 relocation concierge service supporting all aspects of relocation. Click here to learn more. 

Recruitment bonus:

This role is eligible for an Allied Health recruitment bonus between $2,500 - $5,000. The bonus will be paid on completion of a successful six month probationary period and applies to new employees at GV Health only.

About the role:

Come and join the GV Health Rural Allied Health Team (RAHT), a team with a well renowned supportive workplace culture with an opportunity to work alongside experienced Allied Health Professionals.   

In this role you will work autonomously, undertake a varied and diverse workload and provide interventions in predominately home based settings, making a true difference to our client’s independence and well-being. There is no nursing home work.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Social Work and Speech Pathology services, supported by Allied Health Assistants.

   The Speech Pathologist will provide person centred care with an opportunity to:

• Travel across the Goulburn Valley region working in home and clinic settings
• Work with clients, carers and families to provide practical solutions to promote independence and safety at home

• Provide specialist intervention to clients with dysphagia and complex communication disorders.
• Advise on appropriate communication aids and devices.
• Develop goals and care plans to assist consumers to remain at home and active in their local community.
• Work with a diverse range of consumers and health conditions.
• Participate in student training programs
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

A comprehensive orientation program is available, along with supervision and support opportunities.

We are looking for a Speech Pathologist with:

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) or equivalent
• A member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and participating in the SPA professional self regulation program
• Knowledge and experience in the delivery of Speech Pathology services within home and community-based settings
• Knowledge of the service system and ability to liaise and advocate across the full spectrum of health and community care
• Experience in the management of adult clients presenting with dysphagia

In your application you are required to provide responses to the key selection criteria and provide a copy of your qualification certificate and SPA membership.

Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.