Speech Pathologist

The MJD Foundation is committed to a dedicated Therapy Program to support people living with MJD (Machado Joseph Disease) in the NT to access specialist multidisciplinary allied health care and provide advice and occasional support to people living with MJD and SCA7 in Far North Queensland through annual clinics. By providing flexible and culturally responsive care based on a strong foundation of enduring relationships, we aim to provide our clients  specialist care and support, working together to stay stronger for longer.

A central part of the vision of the program is working in partnership with  Aboriginal Community Worker staff to explore opportunities to learn from each other, integrating biomedical knowledge of rehabilitation with traditional therapies, knowledge and values to work towards clients’ goals.

As the Speech Pathologist, you will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to design, deliver and evaluate strength based, evidence informed and holistic therapeutic programs and assessments and support NDIS plan development and delivery. You will support the delivery of education and research programs to family and professional care workers to help improve the quality of care that people living with MJD and SCA7 receive.   

In addition, the role will provide support to the senior management team across core activities of the MJD Foundation (Education, Advocacy, Research, Clinical and Community Services).