Speech Language Therapist
2 weeks ago
Job Type: Permanent- Location: New Plymouth, NZ**Help shape the future of Education**:
- We work to _**_shape _**_an _**_education _**_system that delivers _**_equitable_**_ and _**_excellent outcomes_**
Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our ākonga in our education system.
**About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga**:
As a Speech Language Therapist, you will play a critical role in our region’s Learning Support team by:
- Working to understand the impact of children and young people’s communication needs in the context of their home, education setting and community.
- Working closely with parents, caregivers, teachers, and other specialists to help them support their children with the development of speech, language and communication skills.
- Working holistically as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child’s needs are complex
We also offer:
- Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.
- The ability to purchase extra days leave.
- A range of employee network groups.
- An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.
- Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.
- Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.
**About you | Mōhou ake**:
To be successful, you will need:
- A Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy or an equivalent that meets the requirements of the New Zealand Speech-Language Therapists’ Association
- Specialist knowledge of theory, research and practice related to speech-language, child, and human development, and learning and behaviour.
- Ability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information.
- Ability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings.
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
As speech-language therapy is a self-regulated profession through the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists’ Association, all applicants must be eligible for NZSTA membership
- Applicants who qualified through a New Zealand university programme are automatically eligible_.
Overseas applicants who gained their speech-language therapy qualification outside New Zealand are only eligible if they have had their qualifications approved by NZSTA through Mutual Recognition of Credentials Agreement (MRA) or Qualifications Approval Process.
If you have not had your qualifications approved or are not in the process of having your qualifications approved, **we will be unable to shortlist you for this position.**
For further information please refer to the NZSTA website.
**About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake**:
Learning Support is a critical part of the Te Mahau, Te Tai Whenua. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.
Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, whānau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and Māori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning outcomes and promote social inclusion.
**Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?**:
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
**Applications close Midnight - Sunday 17 March 2024.**
- We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know._
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