4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Happy Chatter Happy Chatter is a paediatric private practice, providing speech pathology and occupational therapy services. Our aim is to help our clients through a range of consultation and therapy options. We seek to Engage with families and build relationships; we want to help clients Communicate by improving skills through fun, evidence-based practice; and Participate happily in life at home, school, and within the community. Find out more about us on Instagram, Facebook and through out website! www.happychatter.com.au Job benefits and perks“In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun”(Mary Poppins). Please see below!About the Role As a Speech Pathologist on the Happy Chatter team, you are responsible for: Providing evidence-based therapy services to a range of young clients onsite, school visits and online Supporting clients to Engage, Communicate, and Participate What makes us different Happy Chatter offers a workplace based on respect, client-focused care, and a healthy love of food. As with our clients, we want each staff member to feel supported in reaching their full potential. Each staff member is an integral part of the team, whether you’re a Speech Pathologist, an Occupational Therapist, a Receptionist, an Allied Health Assistant, or a volunteer. Our team values – Integrity, Positivity, Respect, Open Communication, and Understanding. We understand everyone’s life is different and want roles to match a positive work-life balance. We celebrate the big and the small, the person and professional. There is always an excuse for cake!What we offer Explore therapy options with a diverse timetable including telehealth, small group therapy sessions, large group programs, individual therapy, school visits and parent coaching. Joint Speech and OT clients, working closely with occupational therapists and collaborating on client goals together. Case discussions occur fortnightly with all clinic staff to share experiences, access assistance as needed and ensure holistic therapy. Annual PD budget and study days for external PDs, as well as access to bi-quarterly In-house PD sessions and a library of resources. Scheduled, regular supervision with experienced clinicians. Partake in the clinic’s growth while having a clear career progression with achievable KPIs to match. Opportunity to develop resources and programs around the clinic Who is your ideal client? Each clinician sees a diverse range of clients, however your area of interest is taken into account where possible, when onboarding clients for your caseload. Technology equipment including i Pad, laptop and apple pens provided to staff for work use and access to clinical resources for all therapy needs. We want You!We want our staff to grow their passion within their area of interest while maintaining a diverse caseload. You have a voice in what this role looks like to you – we want to hear it. Who is your favourite Disney character and why? Please include this in your cover letter. What is your favourite cake so we can celebrate your birthday and achievements?Jobs and Responsibility Your responsibilities are based on these KPIs below, and may be altered depending on your level of experience. Intervention Use evidence-based practice to implement the agreed-upon therapy plan. Implement a multidisciplinary team approach that will contribute to the child’s development and learning, in order to reach their goals. Utilise a range of tools and resources to ensure progress and positive change for the client. Communication Ensure proficient and professional communication both written and verbal. Stay up-to-date with all team communication. Use practice procedures and templates eg signatures, letterheads, proofreading process. Select language, tone, and format to suit target recipients and consider the external factors such as environment, timing, and agenda. Use clear and effective communication methods with all stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain trusting relationships with team members, families, education facilities, funding agencies, and other external providers and suppliers. Seek to work and communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Safety Ensure work is not completed out of hours. Promote a culture of safety by taking personal responsibility, caring for others, monitoring the environment and alerting team leaders/practice manager of any issues. Understand and adhere to site safety policies and procedures. Report any hazards or safety-related issues promptly and ensure documentation of any incidents is always recorded within 24 hours. Under Supervision Actively participate in supervision sessions and case discussion. Collaborate closely with supervisors and team members when you need assistance with a client. Observe other client sessions by different team members, asking questions to gain valuable experience to improve your service. About Candidate Experience Ideally the candidate would have some experience or a strong interest in working with children with disabilities, their families and teams Knowledge of NDIS, Medicare and other funding bodies is preferred but not required (training provided)Professional communication style to all internal and external stakeholders (Internal: Director; Practice manager; Senior clinicians/Team leaders; Clinicians; and Administration. External: Clients, their carers and families; Paediatricians and health care providers; Allied health professionals and support workers; Educators and leadership team in childcare, preschools and schools)Experience with administration and interpretation of standardised assessments Flexibility with unexpected schedule changes and managing personal workload Experience with different telehealth options, and willingness to improve clinical skills over telehealth Understanding of and a drive to improve your clinical skills and keep up to date with evidence-based practice Key Requirements Mandatory Documents Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent Current registration with SPACurrent Drivers' License Professional Indemnity Insurance Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)Personal Requirements Punctual and reliable Ability to work actively within a team and autonomously Ability to follow directions and take initiative Passionate about guiding children with differing abilities to be their very best selves Competent with technology including Windows laptops, practice management software, cloud-based admin systems, i Pads and their apps, and Microsoft Office A sense of fun and caring for your clients, your fellow team members, and yourself!To apply, please send your expression of interest along with your resume to info@happychatter.com.au. We look forward to hearing from you soon!Thank you, The Happy Chatter Team Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Medical Practices Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Happy Chatter by 2x Get notified about new Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Boronia, Victoria, Australia. 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