Senior Speech Pathologist – Pod Lead (Blacktown & Penrith Clinics)

Healthcarelink Support; Sydney; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Company vehicle

Employee Share Option

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunity for progression

Birthday gift card

Office locations in Blacktown or Penr"

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Healthcarelink Support is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist – Pod Lead to lead a busy Allied Health team across Western Sydney clinics, from Blacktown to Penrith. The role focuses on supervising clinicians, supporting junior therapists, and delivering complex clinical services to NDIS participants.

You will manage a varied caseload, travel between sites, contribute to induction for graduates, and drive KPI outcomes within a supportive, purpose-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology and SPA accreditation are essential.
• 5+ years experience in senior roles is highly desirable.
• Passion and experience working with people with disability with high needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision, knowledge, and updates to clinicians on changes within occupational therapy.
• Provide regular support and engage in professional development for junior therapists.
• Assist in developing and delivering induction programs for new graduates.
• Exercise independent professional judgment in providing novel, complex, or critical clinical services to NDIS participants across various disabilities and ages.
• Work towards KPIs to effectively manage clinical and caseload targets.
• Complete a varied caseload managing a range of NDIS participants.
• Manage non-clinical tasks, including letters, reports, and phone calls, ensuring timely and professional completion.
• Travel within the Western Sydney region, operating independently to provide assessments and therapy.
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely service delivery in participants’ homes, schools, or clinics.
• Oversee and contribute to a dynamic, collaborative team, working towards shared goals.
• Provide high-level clinical decision-making and mentoring within the team.
• Build enduring relationships with internal and external stakeholders and attend events as required.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

SPA accreditation

Job description

Job title: Senior Speech Pathologist - Pod Lead

Working hours: Full time or Part time

Salary offer: $110K + super + bonus based on KPI incentives

Location: Between Blacktown and Penrith clilnics

About the company

Navigating the NDIS can be complex—our client's mission is to make it simple. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality, client-centred services within a trusted and supportive community. By promoting independence, well-being, and personal growth, we help individuals thrive in a safe and empowering environment. Every service they provide is tailored to reflect the unique needs and aspirations of each participant.

About the role

Are you a passionate and experienced Speech Pathologist ready to step into a leadership role? Join a dynamic and supportive Allied Health team of 40+ professionals, including a close-knit Speech Pathology team of 7. Our client is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist – Pod Lead to bring their expertise and mentorship skills to a growing, purpose-driven organisation. As a senior Speech Pathologist, you will:

• Provide clinical supervision, knowledge, and updates to clinicians on changes within occupational therapy.
• Provide regular support and engage in professional development for junior therapists.
• Assist in developing and delivering induction programs for new graduates.
• Exercise independent professional judgment in providing novel, complex, or critical clinical services to NDIS participants across various disabilities and ages.
• Work towards KPIs to effectively manage clinical and caseload targets.
• Complete a varied caseload managing a range of NDIS participants.
• Manage non-clinical tasks, including letters, reports, and phone calls, ensuring timely and professional completion.
• Travel within the Western Sydney region, operating independently to provide assessments and therapy.
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely service delivery in participants’ homes, schools, or clinics.
• Oversee and contribute to a dynamic, collaborative team, working towards shared goals.
• Provide high-level clinical decision-making and mentoring within the team.
• Build enduring relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as attending events as required.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus - paid at completion of 6 month probation period
• Use of a company vehicle for community visits
• Therapy Care Group shares via Employee Share Option
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity for progression in a growing organisation for the right people
• Gift Card for your birthday
• Office locations in the heart of Blacktown or Penrith
• Free onsite parking at Blacktown/Free parking at Penrith with a short walking distance
• Employee assistance program including mental health support for you

Essential criteria

• Passion and experience for working with people living with disability with high needs is a must.
• Able to follow procedure and ensure the clients’ personal preferences are adhered to.
• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology and SPA accreditation
• Genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with disabilities.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Confident communicator who can maintain professional boundaries with clients and their families.
• Knowledge of NDIS practice standards and funding model is desirable.
• 5+ years experience is highly desirable for Seniors