Senior Speech Pathologist - Clinic/Community

South Coast Therapy and Support Group; Nowra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Full-time or part-time opportunities

Clinic and community-based service

Supportive leadership

Job summary

South Coast Therapy & Support Group in Nowra, NSW, seeks an experienced Senior Speech Pathologist to manage complex caseloads while benefiting from strong clinical support, flexible work, and leadership opportunities.

You will mentor clinicians, shape service delivery, supervise and contribute to governance, with a diverse caseload spanning NDIS, aged care, DVA and private services.

Qualifications

• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist with CPSP credentials.
• Current Speech Pathology Australia member.
• Experience in assessment, intervention and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervise clinicians to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute to service planning, caseload management and governance.
• Mentor Speech Pathologists and support Allied Health Assistants.
• Review therapy plans and reports and drive quality improvement.
• Support student placements and participate in service development projects.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Clinical governance

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

CPSP

Tools

Splose

3CX

Job description

South Coast Therapy and Support Group – Nowra NSW

Leadership Opportunities | Flexible Work | Strong Support | Diverse Clinical Practice

Is This You?

You’re comfortable owning a complex caseload independently, while knowing support is there when you need it. You're an experienced Speech Pathologist who loves helping people achieve meaningful outcomes.

You've built strong clinical skills and enjoy working with complex presentations, supporting families and delivering evidence-based therapy.

But you're looking for more than just another caseload.

You enjoy mentoring others, sharing knowledge and helping clinicians grow in confidence.

You want opportunities to contribute ideas, influence clinical practice and help shape the future of a service.

You value flexibility, collaboration and being part of a team that genuinely supports its people.

Most importantly, you want your work to have a lasting impact—not only on the clients you support, but on the clinicians and community around you.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a Team That Supports You to Thrive

At South Coast Therapy & Support Group, we believe great outcomes start with supporting great clinicians.

We've built an environment where Speech Pathologists have the support, resources and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional outcomes while continuing to grow professionally.

Recognised as Employer of Choice, Business of the Year and one of Australasia's Best Places to Work, we're proud of the culture we've created and the people who make it possible.

Salary

$110,000 - $140,000 + Superannuation

Salary will be negotiated based on experience, leadership capability and clinical expertise.

Why Senior Speech Pathologists Choose South Coast Therapy & Support Group

Strong Support So You Can Focus on Outcomes

We know clinicians do their best work when they have the right support around them.

That's why we provide:

• Extensive administration support
• Allied Health Assistant support
• Experienced leadership
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Modern systems and technology
• AI-powered documentation support through Splose and 3CX
• Structured supervision and professional support

Spend more time delivering high-quality therapy and less time dealing with administration.

Leadership Opportunities

This role provides genuine opportunities to influence, mentor and contribute beyond your own caseload.

You may have opportunities to:

• Contribute to service and business planning, including caseload and capacity management
• Mentor and support Speech Pathologists
• Support Allied Health Assistants delivering therapy programs
• Assist with clinical supervision
• Review therapy plans and reports
• Contribute to clinical governance and quality improvement
• Participate in service development projects
• Support student placements
• Help shape innovative service delivery models

Your experience will help strengthen the broader team and support future clinicians.

Continue Growing Professionally

Whether your interests lie in advanced clinical practice, leadership, mentoring or service innovation, we'll support your professional development.

You’ll have access to:

• Input into service sustainability and growth decisions
• Internal professional development
• Clinical mentoring
• Service development initiatives
• Leadership opportunities
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and innovation

Flexible Work That Supports Life

We understand that sustainable careers require balance.

You’ll enjoy:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Clinic and community-based service delivery
• Supportive leadership
• A culture that values wellbeing and flexibility
• Opportunities across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands

Diverse and Meaningful Clinical Work

You’ll work with participants and clients across:

• NDIS
• Aged Care
• Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
• Private services

Your caseload may include:

• Communication assessments
• Language interventions
• Speech sound disorders
• Literacy support
• Social communication programs
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Complex communication needs
• Neurodivergent participants
• Parent and caregiver coaching
• Functional communication assessments
• Complex reporting and reviews

This diversity creates a rewarding and professionally stimulating caseload while allowing you to further develop your areas of interest and expertise.

You’ll Love Working Here If You

• Enjoy collaborating with other clinicians
• Want to continue learning and growing
• Like mentoring and supporting others
• Value flexibility and work-life balance
• Enjoy contributing ideas and innovation
• Care deeply about client outcomes
• Want to make a genuine difference in your community
• Are looking for a long-term career, not just another role

About You

You are:

• Understands the evolving NDIS landscape and can adapt practice as pricing, plan structures, and compliance requirements change
• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP)
• Current Speech Pathology Australia member
• Experienced in assessment, intervention and report writing
• Confident supporting a diverse range of participants and clients
• Passionate about achieving meaningful outcomes
• Interested in mentoring and developing others
• A strong communicator and team player
• Committed to evidence-based practice
• Growth-oriented and passionate about continual improvement

About South Coast Therapy & Support Group

South Coast Therapy & Support Group is an award-winning allied health organisation providing Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Allied Health Assistant services, Assistive Technology, Home Modifications, Therapy Groups and Disability Support services across the Shoalhaven and Illawarra.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We provide the support, opportunities and environment clinicians need to build meaningful careers while making a real difference in the lives of the people and communities they serve.

Great Support. Real Growth. Meaningful Impact.

If you're looking for a role where you can continue growing your career, mentor others, contribute to innovation and make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.