SPECIAL DEVELOPMENTAL SCHOOL SPEECH PATHOLOGISTSchools (Government)Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PMOverviewWork type: Full time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 4 Occupation: Health and Allied Health Location: Northern Metropolitan Reference: 1465148Selection CriteriaQualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.Specialist knowledge in the area of Speech Pathology with clinical experience delivering a comprehensive Speech Pathology service. Sound knowledge in speech, language and swallowing intervention. Experience within an educational setting preferable but not essential.Ability to conduct assessments, develop goals and effective communication strategies for students aged 3-18 years with an Intellectual Disability within an educational setting.Specialist knowledge in the design and implementation of augmentative and alternative communication systems to support students with an Intellectual Disability.Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a range of key stakeholders including families, carers, external therapists and the wider school community.Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration within multidisciplinary teaching teams to devise programs that extend a students ability to access and participate in all areas of the curriculum.RoleThe paediatric speech pathologist will be responsible for the provision of communication and language therapy services in a special developmental school setting to students aged 3 to 18 years with a moderate-severe intellectual disability. Students may also present with complex physical disabilities and/or health difficulties. The successful applicant will work alongside teachers and therapists in a multidisciplinary context utilizing evidence-based therapeutic and educational frameworks. The successful applicant will undertake a range of duties including but not limited to assessment, identification and establishment of communication systems for non-verbal students, assessment and development of mealtimes, and a range of assessments for reporting purposes and secondary consultations. This position will suit a practitioner with an interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication and feeding management. Time fraction is negotiable and the position includes working in a dynamic, likeminded and collaborative team who share resources and relevant learning from professional development.ResponsibilitiesConduct assessments of students in areas such as communication, augmentative and alternative communication, speech, language, swallowing/mealtimes, and social/behavioral needs.Assess students and develop augmentative and alternative communication systems in collaboration with teachers, families, and external therapists.Assess and review students with dysphagia including the creation of mealtime profiles, training staff, and assisting with mealtimes.Document, record, and accurately report on student goals, progress, needs, and conversations/discussions with key stakeholders including external therapists.Attend fortnightly Student Centred Learning meetings with educational teams and any other relevant meetings.Support students communication and participation in classroom programs.Manage and maintain speech therapy resources.Provide support and training to the school-wide community including teachers, support staff, leadership team, and families/carers regarding students communication systems.Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and therapy assistants.Assist teachers in writing Individual Educational Plans.Assessment and report writing for individual students for funding under the Program for Students with Disabilities.Attend school-based and relevant professional learning.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience, and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability, and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognizes that the provision of family-friendly, supportive, safe, and harassment-free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity, and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department''s exemplar.Location ProfileDiamond Valley Special Developmental School is recognized as an innovative specialist school that strives for sustainable school improvement. As a dual campus school, we are located in Greensborough and Whittlesea catering for a school population of approximately 141 students. Students who attend have a primary diagnosis of intellectual disability; many students also have additional disabilities such as a physical disability or autism spectrum disorder.Our values are Respect, Integrity, and Responsibility. We are committed to ensuring everyones world becomes a better place by enhancing life opportunities. We strive to confidently promote a vibrant learning community; an inclusive and supportive educational experience. We will foster a community in which we live, laugh, and learn together.The school has several offsite classrooms at two satellite schools including Briar Hill Primary School and Greensborough Secondary College. Groups and programs are organized after consultation and consideration of the students age, capabilities, and compatibility.With our commitment to child-centered learning, we have developed a physical environment that caters for the individual needs of all our students. With an on-site horse riding program, hydro pool and spa, gymnasium, liberty swing, and beautiful grounds and play spaces for children, our environment is one conducive to maximizing learning opportunities.The school consists of a multi-disciplinary team of teachers, educational support staff, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and physiotherapists who work in consultation with families and students to set goals and implement programs to address the learning needs of each student. Groups and staffing are organized to maximize benefits to communication, student learning, and welfare.Diamond Valley SDS is a school that strives towards our students being able to say whatever they want, to whoever they want (Gayle Porter). As a result, we ensure that every student has a communication system that supports their communication needs. All staff encourage and celebrate student voice and agency, and we take pride in being leaders in this space.Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr
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SPECIAL DEVELOPMENTAL SCHOOL SPEECH PATHOLOGIST