Speech Pathologist

Institute for Urban Indigenous Health; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse workplace

In-house training and growth programs

Staff wellness activities

Job summary

Institute for Urban Indigenous Health is seeking a Speech Pathologist to deliver culturally appropriate services within a multidisciplinary team in Brisbane. The role focuses on assessment and intervention for both adults and children, with liaison to local schools and hospitals to create referral pathways.

You will maintain clinical records per AGPAL standards and participate in a supportive, community-focused workplace offering in-house training and staff wellness activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct culturally appropriate Speech Pathology services.
• Conduct clinical assessments and interventions for adults and children.
• Collaborate with schools, health services and families for referrals.
• Maintain accurate records in the electronic health record system.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team to support holistic care.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety

Communication

Clinical practice

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Tools

EHR systems

Assessment tools

Job description

About Us?

The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health Ltd was established by its founding members to provide a coordinated/integrated approach to the planning, development and delivery of comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations within the Southeast Qld Region.

The Regional and Specialist team includes Integrated Specialist Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing Services, Primary Healthcare Services, Birthing and Early Childhood Services (South), and Child and Youth Services. Our purpose is to connect, guide, and empower teams and communities through culturally safe, transparent, and responsive ways.

About the Role?

As Speech Pathologist, your role is to provide direct culturally appropriate Speech Pathologist services as part of a multi-disciplinary team/program.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Provide clinical services to clients during hours of operation of the service, in keeping with accepted best practice standards. This will include clinic-based appointments and where appropriate school/home visits.
• Provide culturally responsive assessment and intervention for adults & children including individual and group programs.
• Liaise with local kindergartens, schools and hospitals regarding the services available and develop pathways and partnerships for referrals.
• Liaise with Queensland Health and Education Queensland regarding services available and referral pathways.
• Ensure information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record system, and that records are maintained in accordance with AGPAL standards.

About You?

• Current Criminal History Check
• Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD)
• Current Working with Children's Check (Qld Blue Card)
• Current Disability Worker Screening Check (Qld Yellow Card)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
• Speech Pathology membership
• Relevant degree in Speech Pathology

Desirable, but not mandatory:

• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and /or communities
• Experience in providing assessment, case management and speech pathology services to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people.

What Can we Offer?

At IUIH we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

• At IUIH 'Our Collectivity is Our Strength'.
• We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that invites applications from all people.
• Be part of Australia's largest community controlled Aboriginal Health Service.
• Access to "Growing Our Own Opportunities" through in-house training and programs.
• Weekly Staff Wellness activities and all staff 'Gather and Grow' yarns and award ceremonies.
• Opportunities to attend community events such as NAIDOC, Rugby League Carnivals and more.

Demonstrated commitment to creating culturally safe environments where children and young people are respected, heard, and protected against harm.

Applications Close Wednesday 25 November 2026