Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children and their families.

With over 600 employees Early Start Australia supports over 28,000 families, across our 46 clinics nationwide.

We are hiring for our Coomera, Queensland clinic working across a combination of clinic and mobile services. We can offer flexibility, with full time or part time hours available to suit you.  We offer true flexibility and true support that works around you.

We are a growing fun team of allied health professionals who appreciate and support each other for what we do to make an impact in the lives of those we support each day.

Our working model sees you working without the need to achieve a set amount of billable hours.  Enjoy your days doing the work that you love without the stress of meeting daily targets! 

What we offer you:

• Do the things you love to do by taking advantage of our additional leave policy (up to 12 weeks leave per year), 
• A structured training program to support your leadership and clinical development aspirations,
• Access over 40 hours of CPD each year, including engaging in-house training sessions in addition to a generous PD allowance and 3 days of professional development leave,
• Up to $15,000 in grants to pursue independent research projects or attend events/conferences that support your learning and growth, 
• Dedicated hands-on admin support means more time spent with clients, supporting children and families to live a better life, 
• Other great benefits to support your mental health and wellbeing, flexible work options including clinic wellbeing budgets and reduced prices and benefits through Perkbox.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide evidence-based assessments and therapy to a paediatric, adolescent and adult caseload – providing direct, family based and community-based support to individuals with developmental delays and/or disabilities,
• Day-to-day in the role will include assessment and intervention sessions with a mixed caseload in terms of both age and modality of intervention, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary context to deliver quality, evidence-based outcomes,
• Work closely with key stakeholders providing information, education and support,
• Ongoing evaluation, training and review to ensure the delivery of quality services to clients.

Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology and SPA Registration is a must,
• A passion for working with individuals who have disabilities to help each client to achieve their own goals, potential and participate in their community in a way that is meaningful for them,
• Exceptional communication skills that enable you to work in a culturally rich and diverse environment and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment,
• Effective time management and attention to detail,
• Passion for making a difference with a focus on making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for clients and families!
• Experience in working with children and adolescents and confidence in your role working closely with their families is highly valued,
• Compliance requirements – SPA Registration; Working with Children Check; National Police Check; NDIS workers screening check; First Aid Training; Driver’s License & Vehicle.

Where to from here:

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a growing organisation committed to making a real difference to the community – Apply Now.  For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact TA consultant Belinda on 0429 086 514

More about Early Start Australia:

Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and their families. 

Everyone at Early Start Australia shares a passion for working with individuals seeking support and their families / supports to make a real difference to their everyday lives. You will be part of a close, connected team who like to have fun!

Early Start Australia offers a highly supportive workplace, interested in your development. With access to some of the best and brightest minds across Australia, you can expect continued learning and development opportunities and career growth to match your personal and professional goals.

Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.