Community-Based Speech Pathologist - Team Leader | Adelaide

Healthcarelink Support; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid flexibility

Professional development

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Autonomy

Positive team culture

Flexible rewards

Job summary

HealthcareLink Support in Adelaide is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to take on Team Leader responsibilities in a community-based setting.

You will lead a clinical team, maintain your hands-on caseload, and mentor colleagues while delivering evidence-based services to clients with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Current SPA membership or eligibility.
• Leadership experience for at least 1 year.
• Strong clinical skills with leadership responsibilities.
• NDIS/Home Care Packages experience desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based Speech Pathology assessments and interventions.
• Lead and support the clinical team while managing a caseload.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentoring, and support to fellow clinicians.
• Support delivery and continuous improvement of community-based services.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other health professionals.
• Promote person-centred care prioritising dignity and independence.
• Contribute to team culture, professional growth, and learning.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Speech Pathology degree

Job description

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Community-Based Speech Pathologist - Team Leader | Adelaide

5000 Adelaide HealthcareLink Support

Job Description

Job title: Speech Pathologist- Team Leader

Job type: Permanent full time or part time

Work setting: Community-based

Salary offer: Up to $115k annually + Super (depending on experience)

About the company:

Our client is an established Allied Health provider dedicated to improving the quality of care across the disability and aged care sectors. Delivering services through the NDIS and Home Care Packages (HCP), they are committed to helping individuals achieve greater independence, improve their quality of life, and reach their personal goals.

With an experienced leadership team and a strong people-first approach, our client fosters a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where clinicians are encouraged to grow professionally, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful difference in the community.

About the role:

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Speech Pathologist – Team Leader to join their growing team in Adelaide. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician with leadership experience who enjoys mentoring others while maintaining a hands‑on clinical caseload.

In this role, you will lead by example, support the development of fellow clinicians, and deliver evidence‑based speech pathology services to clients with diverse needs across community settings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based Speech Pathology assessments and interventions to clients with disability and complex needs.
• Managing a clinical caseload while balancing leadership and team support responsibilities.
• Providing clinical guidance, mentoring, and support to fellow clinicians.
• Supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of community-based clinical services.
• Collaborating with clients, families, support networks, and other healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promoting a person‑centred approach that prioritises dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• Contributing to a positive team culture focused on professional growth, clinical excellence, and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary: Up to $115,000 + superannuation.
• Work‑life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional commitments.
• Hybrid flexibility: A combination of community‑based work and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development: Tailored training and ongoing opportunities to enhance your clinical and leadership skills.
• Career progression: Clear opportunities to grow into broader leadership roles as the organisation expands.
• Supportive leadership: Work alongside an experienced management team with strong clinical, academic, and leadership backgrounds.
• Autonomy and flexibility: Manage your clinical work with the support and guidance you need to succeed.
• Positive team culture: Join a values‑driven organisation that promotes inclusion, innovation, regular team events, and career development.
• Flexible rewards: Potential financial incentives and benefits tailored to individual needs.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Current Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) membership or eligibility to meet the relevant professional requirements.
• Previous clinical leadership, team leadership, or mentoring experience for at least 1 year.
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to manage a caseload alongside leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in the NDIS and/or Home Care Packages sector is desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting people with disability and helping clients achieve their goals.
• A current driver's licence.
• A valid Working with Children Check.

If you're an experienced Speech Pathologist ready to take the next step into leadership while continuing to make a difference clinically, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation.