Speech/Language Therapist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is focused on developing a health system that serves all New Zealanders effectively. We are committed to providing high-quality care and support to our communities. About the Role We are seeking a qualified Speech Language Therapist (SLT) to join our Child Development Services (CDS) team on a permanent part-time basis, working at 0.5 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE). The CDS operates within a multidisciplinary framework and serves children aged 0-16, promoting their developmental pathways to help them reach their full potential. In this role, you will be responsible for: - Providing appropriate therapy to enhance the development of swallowing, feeding skills, and speech language and communication for children with developmental disabilities. - Conducting specialized developmental assessments for children facing social, communication, and intellectual challenges. - Collaborating closely with families, members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), and external agencies to deliver evidence-based care. About the Team/Service/Location Our small multidisciplinary team is dedicated to a whanau-centered approach, ensuring the best care for children in our community. Whanganui offers an attractive living environment, known for its affordable housing and convenient access to the central business district and Whanganui Hospital. Residents can enjoy a great quality of life without compromising on location or leisure opportunities. For more information about living and working in Whanganui, please refer to our website. About You To be considered for this role, you should be a qualified Speech Language Therapist with membership in the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists' Association (NZSTA) and hold a current practicing certificate. While experience in Child Development is desirable, it is not mandatory, as we provide support from the SLT professional lead to facilitate your learning. You should be enthusiastic about working within a multidisciplinary team and exhibit behaviors that align with the values of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. We also encourage new graduates to apply. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we strive to ensure excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, which positions us better to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications should be submitted through our online careers portal by 26th June 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Stacey Howes at stacey.howes@wdhb.org.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement.