Speech Pathologist

14 hours ago

Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia Lifestart Disability Services Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

About Lifestart

Lifestart was founded in 1996 by a group of eight families who believed kids with disability deserved better support. Today, we operate out of eleven offices throughout NSW and support over 10,000 children and young people, their families and their carers across Australia. It's a success we're proud of because it is a success built on lived experience and a genuine desire to change lives for the better.

At Lifestart, we believe in
Empowering Potentia
l. Our purpose is to empower children and young people with disability or developmental concerns to reach their full potential, in partnership with their families and communities. Guided by our core values of
Empowerment, Equity, Collaboration
, and
Impac
t – we're committed to making a meaningful difference in their lives.

Ou
r Therapy and Behaviour Suppo
rt team partners with families to provide tailored therapy supports, helping children and young people achieve their goals and thrive in their communities. We are a dedicated group of allied health and behaviour support professionals driven by making a lasting impact.

About the Role

We are looking for experienc
ed Speech Pathologi
sts to support families in t
he Blacktown L
GA as part of our Western Sydney team. Our office is located in Baulkham Hills.

You will provide person and family-centred intervention and support for children and young people 0-24 years with disabilities or development delay, and their families. You will provide supports flexibly to meet the needs of your clients, including at Lifestart sites, in homes, schools and the community and online supports to people Australia wide.

This is a permanent position with both full-time and part-time opportunities available (minimum 3 days per week). Lifestart operates Monday to Friday, and it is highly desirable if you are available to work until 6pm.

Responsibilities include:

  • Work alongside children, young people and their families to set goals, develop strategies and support their implementation
  • Empower our clients and families to develop their skills in areas such as communication, speech, eating and drinking, social skills and supporting inclusion in chosen activities and settings
  • Assessment and intervention in specialist areas such as Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), dysphagia and mealtime management.
  • Work with a varied caseload alongside a team of experienced allied health professionals and behaviour support practitioners including occupational therapists, physiotherapists and behaviour clinicians.
  • Provide support to families through a keyworker model of practice and parent coaching
  • Opportunity to provide support through telehealth, engaging with families online for assessment and intervention.
  • Opportunity to support families through group programs such as Hanen More Than Words, toilet training, Secret Agent Society and Tech Talkers.

About You - Skills and Experience

  • Qualification in Speech Pathology with current SPA membership
  • Minimum 2+ years' experience
  • Professional experience, or demonstrated commitment to working with children and young people
  • Experience and/or interest in using person and family centred, strength-based approaches
  • Highly organised, and able to work with technology in a changing environment
  • Understanding of inclusion, cultural sensitivities and the needs of diverse communities
  • Align with Lifestart's values and believe you would be a great fit
  • Valid Working with Children's Check (WWCC) Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
  • Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
  • Fully vaccinated for the Covid-19 Virus (3 doses) or accepted medical exemption certificate
  • Current driver's licence and use of own car

Why Join Lifestart?

YOUR FUTURE, EMPOWERED

Working at Lifestart means working for an organisation that has grown from humble beginnings to become one of Australia's leading disability service providers without compromising the values at its heart. You'll be joining a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team where your contributions are valued. In addition, we offer:

  • Competitive salary plus superannuation and leave loading
  • Increase your take-home pay with up to $6,500 salary packaging
  • Additional leave benefits including an extra week of paid leave in December, extra personal leave, and cultural/ceremonial leave
  • Flexible working conditions, including hybrid options
  • Access to novated vehicle leasing, travel allowances, and expense reimbursements
  • A strong focus on employee wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career pathways in both clinical and leadership roles
  • Access to structured professional development, supervision, and peer support
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families

Apply Now

If you believe you are a good fit for Lifestart, we look forward to receiving your application. Please include your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

For further information please see our website or contact a member of the Recruitment Team at

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming people with disability or lived experience, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI+ community and those people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to our team. When you join Lifestart, we will value each individual's unique contribution.

We are currently not accepting introductions by recruitment agencies.

  • Speech Pathologist

    7 days ago

    Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia Lifestart Disability Services Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    About LifestartLifestart was founded in 1996 by a group of eight families who believed kids with disability deserved better support. Today, we operate out of eleven offices throughout NSW and support over 10,000 children and young people, their families and their carers across Australia. It's a success we're proud of because it is a success built on lived...

  • Speech Language Pathologist

    7 days ago

    Gregory Hills, New South Wales, Australia Kids Therapy Hub Full time $85,000 - $120,000 per year

    Speech PathologistsMake a Real Impact as a Speech Pathologist – Join Our Supportive & Dynamic TeamSalary: $85,000 – $120,000 p.a. + PD Budget + Bonus + Annual Increase + MoreAre you a passionate and driven Speech Pathologist ready to make a meaningful difference? We are looking for enthusiastic and caring professionals to become part of our vibrant and...

  • Speech Pathologist

    14 hours ago

    Gregory Hills, New South Wales, Australia Allied Health Co Full time $90,000 - $180,000 per year

    Location: Allied Health Co – Gregory Hills, NSWEmployment Type: Contractor - Flexible roster - %60 of revenue paid weeklyAbout Us:At Allied Health Co, we are a leading multidisciplinary allied health practice dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. We offer a wide range of services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy,...

  • Paediatric Speech Pathologist

    2 weeks ago

    Cecil Hills, New South Wales, Australia Footprints Early Childhood Intervention Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Position Overview:We are seeking a passionate and skilled Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join our team. In this role, you will work with children to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and communication disorders. You will play a crucial part in helping children develop the skills they need to communicate effectively and confidently.Key...

  • Occupational Therapist

    7 days ago

    Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia Lifestart Disability Services Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About LifestartLifestart was founded in 1996 by a group of eight families who believed kids with disability deserved better support. Today, we operate out of eleven offices throughout NSW and support over 10,000 children and young people, their families and their carers across Australia. It's a success we're proud of because it is a success built on lived...

  • Psychologist

    14 hours ago

    Gregory Hills, New South Wales, Australia Allied Health Co Full time $90,000 - $160,000 per year

    About UsAllied Health Co is a leading multidisciplinary allied health clinic dedicated to delivering personalised, evidence-based care across Sydney's South-West. With a passionate team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, exercise physiologists, chiropractors, and behavioural therapists, we pride ourselves on fostering a...

  • Behaviour Therapists

    7 days ago

    Gregory Hills, New South Wales, Australia Kids Therapy Hub Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    Behaviour Therapists, RBT's, ABA Therapists and BCBA'sMake a Real Impact as a Behaviour Therapist – Join Our Supportive & Dynamic Team Attractive Salary + PD Budget + Bonuses + Annual Increases + MoreAre you a passionate and driven Behaviour Therapist, RBT or BCBA ready to make a meaningful difference? We are looking for enthusiastic and caring...

  • Speech Pathologist

    1 week ago

    The Hills Shire Council, Australia MedHealth Full time

    Company DescriptionReal Therapy Solutions is part of the MedHealth family, a purpose-built collection of industry-leading health, medical, and employment brands. Our unique and diverse capabilities come together to get the best possible health and employment outcomes for you and the people you support.Modern Therapy Clinic meaning less travel, supportive...

  • Speech Pathology Department Manager

    20 hours ago

    Seven Hills, Australia Therapy Point Full time

    **About Us**: Therapy Point is a joint Speech and OT clinic that works closely with families, educators, support workers and other health professionals to deliver the best practice to our clients. We recognise the importance of an integrative approach, making sure the client's needs are being met at home, at school and in the community. **Qualifications &...

  • Senior Speech Therapy Specialist

    1 week ago

    The Hills Shire Council, Australia beBeeSpeechTherapist Full time $80,000 - $125,000

    About This RoleOur multidisciplinary team of therapists is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to provide holistic therapy from clinics across Sydney and the Illawarra. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assessing and treating clients with various presentations, including literacy, speech and language disorders, social skills,...

  • Speech Therapy Clinical Lead @ Unbound Minds

    1 week ago

    Gledswood Hills, Australia Unbound Minds Full time

    **Calling All Visionary Speechies: Seize the Opportunity of a Lifetime at Unbound Minds!** Are you a passionate Speech Therapist ready to redefine the limits of what’s possible in your field? With a rapidly growing team of trailblazing professionals, we’re on a mission to create the most dynamic, rewarding, and downright extraordinary speech pathology...

  • Group Leader Early Years

    2 weeks ago

    Sunnybank Hills, Australia Employment Hero Full time

    **About Autism Queensland** **About the Role** Our EarlyAQtion Kindi team based in Sunnybank Hills have an opportunity for an experienced registered Teacher (or allied health practitioner - Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist) to join and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide quality early years education & therapy support for...

  • Diverse Therapy Career Opportunities

    1 week ago

    The Hills Shire Council, Australia beBeeCare Full time $90,000 - $120,000

    Speech Pathologist OpportunityJob DescriptionAs a Speech Pathologist with our organization, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills and knowledge in supporting children with various presentations. We are registered with the NDIS and support clients with literacy, speech and language disorders, social skills, mealtime management, and AAC...

  • Key Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Seven Hills, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

    You can be either an OT, Physio, Speech Pathologist - Or an Early Childhood Teacher, or Social Worker - Deliver support under a Key Worker model **Key Worker - Early Childhood Intervention** **Employment Term - Ongoing - Full Time or Part Time (minimum 3 days per week)** **Location - Seven Hills** **Salary - $108,201 - $124,081 Includes Annual Leave Loading...

  • Key Worker

    1 week ago

    Seven Hills, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

    You can be either an OT, Physio, Speech Pathologist, - Or an Early Childhood Teacher, or Social Worker - Deliver support under a Key Worker model **Key Worker - Early Childhood Intervention** **Employment Term - Ongoing - Full Time or Part Time (minimum 3 days per week)** **Location - Seven Hills** **Salary -** **$88,226 - $112,801** **Includes Annual...

  • Administration Assistant

    1 week ago

    Seven Hills, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

    Work in an industry leading and person-centred allied health organisation - Culture of high performance, learning and excellence - Be a leader in customer service and relationship management **Your new company**: Everyday Independence started over 20 years ago in Bendigo, regional Victoria. We have a strong commitment to the communities that we support and...

  • Administration Partner

    1 week ago

    Seven Hills, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

    Work in an industry leading and person-centred allied health organisation - Culture of high performance, learning and excellence - Be a leader in customer service and relationship management **Administration Partner (Participant Experience)** **Location - Seven Hills** **Salary - $32 - $39 per hour depending on experience** **Employment Type - Full-time,...