Practice Supervisor - Speech Language Therapy

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to all New Zealanders. Our commitment is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and we strive to create a health system that is inclusive and responsive to the needs of our diverse communities. About the Role We are excited to offer a leadership opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist Practice Supervisor to join our Community Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team. This full-time, fixed-term position is for 12 months, based at the Greenlane Clinical Centre and Kahui Marino (Pt Chevalier Clinical Hub). In this role, you will lead a team of dedicated and passionate Speech and Language Therapists. The position combines clinical practice with professional and operational leadership, service development, and continuous quality improvement. You will manage a clinical caseload while providing guidance and support to the Community SLT team. As a Practice Supervisor, you will demonstrate strong clinical reasoning and model evidence-informed practices. You will also have the support of other Allied Health Practice Supervisors within Adult Community Services, as well as your Service Lead, Allied Health Clinical and Quality Lead, and Professional Lead. About the Team/Service/Location Our Community SLT team consists of both the Community Rehabilitation SLT team and the Allied Health Community SLT team. We provide therapy services to clients experiencing a range of communication and swallowing disorders resulting from various conditions. Our services are delivered in diverse settings, including community, home, clinic, and telehealth environments. For more information on living and working in Auckland, please visit our website. About You We are looking for the ideal candidate who possesses the following skills and attributes: - New Zealand Registered Speech and Language Therapist with a current Annual Practicing Certificate - A full, clean New Zealand driver's license - At least 7 years of clinical experience; experience in mentoring and coaching is desirable - Relevant supervision training or progress towards completion - Excellent clinical reasoning skills with a strong foundation in evidence-informed practice - At least Level 3 or progress towards Level 4 VFSS competencies is preferred - Strong collaboration skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, bicultural environment - Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills - A flexible and proactive approach, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills For more information about this role, please contact Routhelle Gaerlan, Interim Allied Health Service Lead, via email at Routhelle@adhb.govt.nz. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We recognize that a varied team better understands and serves our community. We welcome applications from individuals across all backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. To apply, please click the 'Apply' tab below and submit your online application, including your updated CV and a cover letter. If you have any questions about accessibility or encounter technical issues during the application process, please reach out to Joseph Ciao, Recruitment Consultant, at joseph.ciao@tewhatuora.govt.nz for assistance. For the largest health sector job board in New Zealand, please visit http://www.kiwihealthjobs.com.