▷ (Urgent) Speech Pathologist

3 weeks ago


Maitland, Australia CONNECTABILITY AUSTRALIA LIMITED Full time

If you are looking to make a difference with your clients, work at the forefront of evidence-based practice, and work with a supportive team, then look no further We are seeking passionate and dedicated Speech Pathologists to join our teams in the Maitland and Kurri areas.

Pay rate is between $40 - $59 per hour based on experience.

About Us

For over 30 years, ConnectAbility Australia has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by connecting them to meaningful communities, resources, and services. Founded by passionate community members in Newcastle in 1992, we’ve grown into a leading not-for-profit service provider throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Maitland, Hunter Region, Upper Hunter and the Central Coast.

In 2023, we proudly merged with Early Links, professionals in allied health and early intervention teaching who support over 1,400 children and youth. Together, we support almost 1,800 individuals of all ages, empowering them to achieve their goals and dreams.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Speech Pathologists to join our team of highly skilled professionals to deliver comprehensive assessment, therapy, and consultancy services to people with communication and swallowing difficulties. This includes collaborating with clients, their families, their broader support networks, and external agencies to ensure holistic and integrated care.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide assessment and intervention across a range of practice areas, including but not limited to speech, language, social awareness, fluency, voice, swallowing/feeding, written communication, and Alternate and Augmentative Communication (AAC) with individuals across the lifespan in a range of settings.
- Engaging in person and family-centred practice using strengths-based approaches to provision of services.
- Work with families, carers, educators, and other health professionals to provide collaborative support for clients.
- Provide consultancy support to families, external agencies and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain quality documentation, objective record keeping and reporting functions to align with organisational and regulatory standards.
- Utilize time efficiently to achieve billable targets.
- Maintain professional knowledge to ensure ongoing evidence-based practice and client-centred care.

About You

- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisation skills to allow efficient and autonomous management of caseload.
- Professional behaviour, including treating others with respect and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Commitment to a positive team culture and active willingness to participate in collaborative learning with peers.
- Knowledge of, and experience in, person-centred and strength-based approaches to Speech Pathology practice.
- Knowledge of NDIS procedures and documentation requirements is preferred.

Essential Requirements:

- Bachelor of Speech Pathology (or equivalent)
- CPSP status with Speech Pathology Australia (provisional and full CPSP status are both accepted)
- NDIS Worker Check
- Working with Children Check (paid employment)
- NDIS Worker Orientation module completion certificate
- Current drivers licence
- Current First Aid Certificate (including CPR)
- Right to work in Australia

Why Join Us?

- Meaningful Work – Make a real difference in the lives of young people.
- Career Development – Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities in an interdisciplinary team.
- Supportive Culture – Work within a diverse, inclusive, and passionate team.
- Benefits – Salary packaging options, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a focus on health and wellbeing.
- Supervision and Connection – we provide ample opportunities for supervision, peer mentoring, and connection with our team.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you Apply via Seek or through our website.

ConnectAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don’t wait—apply today

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