Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist

Are you a speech pathologist? Concerned about the lack of access to this service for people in rural Australia?

We're looking for you!

Key benefits of this role

• Help people in rural communities access speech therapy
• Work with an organisation that values client outcomes and is deeply committed to solving a complex social problem
• Flexible hours

We're looking for speech pathologists to deliver services online, via video link. We don't need you to be overly experienced with telehealth but we do need you to be as passionate about this issue as we are. We need you to want to learn, and maintain high quality services.

How the role works from a day to day perspective

As an independent contractor you will be able to work flexibly and determine your work hours and days. We ask for a minimum of 15 hours per week. You can fit your Umbo work around other commitments you have, including another job, study or childcare responsibilities.

As an online role, you can perform this role from any location, even from overseas - we have clinicians in different continents.

You tell us the hours you want to work, including direct and indirect time. We work out which clients suit your expertise and interest level. Our admin staff book your appointments. We work with you to ensure you have the right workload.

We provide both professional and clinical mentoring, both one on one and in peer groups. On top of your hourly rate, we pay your super. Our support staff are here to ensure you are properly inducted to the role and supported in a compassionate and caring manner.

About Umbo

Umbo is a social enterprise created to solve a huge problem – the lack of speech and occupational therapy across Australia. At Umbo, we believe that despite where you live, no one should be forced to wait 18 months to access vital health care.

As a social enterprise, Umbo is committed to reinvesting 50% of its profit back into the company to reach more vulnerable communities.

We measure and report not only our financial metrics, but also our social impact metrics. From wait times avoided, to measures of how vulnerable our clients are, to carbon emissions saved from lack of travel, we are passionate and dedicated to our purpose.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Speech Pathology
• Experience working as a speech pathologist, ideally at least 2 years or relevant prior working experience
• Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia.

Selection Criteria

• A passion and understanding of person-centred, evidence-based practice
• A commitment to personal and professional quality improvement
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A desire to help deliver services to rural and regional Australia
• Ability to work independently

Tasks & responsibilities

• Assess, implement, and manage client supports in accordance with best practices.
• Develop intervention plans, including short and long term goals, in line with the client's NDIS goals.
• Develop the child's speech pathology program in consultation with the key worker, family, and support network.
• Work cooperatively and effectively within the trans-disciplinary team to provide families with a high quality, coordinated service.

Find out more

The position description can be found here. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

For more information read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for therapists.

Find out more about what it's like to work at Umbo. At Umbo, we have a strong commitment to inclusion and participation and want our team to be reflective of our diverse communities and clients. We especially encourage people with a disability or health condition requiring flexible work arrangements, people living in rural Australia and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply.