Speech Pathologist

We are seeking a passionate Speech Pathologist to join our multi-disciplinary disability services team at The Benevolent Society. As a Speech Pathologist, you will work collaboratively with our team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, client-centred services to people with disabilities.

• Provide culturally appropriate assessment and interventions to people with disabilities who have language, literacy, voice, and specific eating, drinking, or total communication needs.
• Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualised needs of our diverse range of clients.
• Implement evidence-based services that meet the needs of clients according to their goals and within the allocated hours of their NDIS plan.
• Participate in support planning processes for clients to deliver coordinated, effective, service provision that meets their needs.
• Liaise with relevant persons in clients' environments regarding implications and management of eating, drinking, etc.

• Salary benefits, including up to $15,900 pa of pre-tax salary packaging and a $2,650 meals and entertainment card.
• Motor vehicle packaging options to suit your lifestyle.
• Flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours, work from home, and 1 accrued day off a month for full-time employees.
• Recognition and reward, including sector-competitive remuneration, various recognition programs, and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness initiatives, including a fitness passport, employee assistance program, and opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• Professional development opportunities, including monthly Communities of Practice, leadership training, and regular clinical supervision.

• Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Current driver's license.
• Passion for supporting people with disabilities to achieve their goals.
• Honesty and integrity, with a genuine respect for all people regardless of their disability, culture, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
• Experience in applying evidence-based practice frameworks to assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate clinical supports.
• Ability to work in a flexible, person-centred, and strengths-based way across a diverse range of settings to meet client needs.

The Benevolent Society is committed to building a just society where all Australians can live their best life. We value cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about supporting people with disabilities and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.