About us:

Babble Bees Speech Therapy is an up-and-coming neurodiversity-affirming Allied health practice located in Footscray, Melbourne. Our clinic provides comprehensive speech and language services for children aged 3 to school-aged. We are a growing team in a new practice with brand new facilities and equipment.

Our goal is to become a community leader in our field. We seek individuals who share our vision, possessing a growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning. We take pride in fostering a supportive, collaborative environment that benefits both our clients and team members alike.

Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Psychologist to join the Babble Bees team. In this dynamic role, you will take the lead in developing standardised Psychology services that support children in achieving their functional and developmental goals.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, provide therapeutic interventions, and engage with children and their families to foster independence and well-being. You’ll have the advantage of working in a well-equipped clinic with the support of dedicated reception and administrative staff, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality care.

Your expertise will be essential in expanding our services beyond Speech Pathology, making a real difference in the lives of the families we serve. If you are self-driven and motivated to create positive change, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments to determine participant needs and functional capacity.

• Lead the development of tailored Psychology services that align with children's individual goals.

• Provide evidence-based early childhood interventions predominantly in the clinic, and schools as needed.

• Engage with clients, families, and support networks to understand their goals and facilitate progress.

• Work collaboratively with internal and external multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care.

• Participate in peer consultations to enhance client outcomes and share insights across disciplines.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical notes and documentation in accordance with medico-legal requirements.

• Compile comprehensive NDIS reports

• Report to the Principal Practitioner and also assist with developing, improving and implementing clinical operating procedures, policies and processes.

Preqrequisites:

• Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy

• AHPRA Registration

• Professional and public indemnity insurance

• An ABN or be eligible to get one 

• Eligible to provide services under Medicare

• Working with Children's Check

• Driver's License

• Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff members using adult learning principles

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Benefits:

• High earning potential with a competitive arrangement

• Independence in your clinical practice with the flexibility to leverage your unique strengths.

• Fortnightly team support inclusive of team meetings, supervision and team days

• A warm and supportive team environment with new, modern and tasteful facilities

• A soothing and welcoming space to support effective therapy

• As a new and developing practice, there is ample opportunity for active involvement in shaping and enhancing services and programs that positively impact the lives of local children and families

Pay

• Contractor - commission based