Speech Therapist
Core
Conduct assessments and develop individualized therapy plans to improve communication, speech, language, and swallowing skills for NDIS participants.
Role type
Speech Therapist (Allied Health)
Builds
Individualized therapy plans and intervention strategies for NDIS participants
Domain
Disability support / Speech and Language Pathology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Speech pathology assessment, evidence-based therapy planning, assistive communication device implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, family education, progress monitoring, NDIS framework knowledge
Preferred skills
AAC systems training, paediatric and adult intervention expertise, cultural competency
Technologies
Assistive communication devices
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments of communication and swallowing difficulties; Develop individualized therapy plans; Implement speech exercises and language strategies; Educate families and caregivers on communication techniques; Monitor and adjust intervention plans; Maintain documentation per NDIS guidelines; Advocate for participant access to supports
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC