Speech Pathologist

Better Rehab; City of Maroondah; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Bonus pay or extra leave

Paid study leave

Travel reimbursement

Professional development budget

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation service provider in Victoria is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join their Croydon team. This role offers a varied caseload with both adult and pediatric clients. As a Speechie, you will conduct assessments, design tailored therapy plans, and collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Strong emphasis on professional development and flexible work arrangements is provided, along with a supportive environment where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• SPA Registration is required.
• A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are necessary.
• NDIS check, a Working with Children Check, and a Police Check (or willingness to obtain) are needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and design therapy plans in diverse environments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop solutions.
• Build lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Assessment design

Therapy planning

Dysphagia management

AAC prescription

Client relationship building

Education

SPA Registration

Job description

Join a Team that Celebrates Wins Together and has Each Other’s Backs. New Graduates are Welcome to Apply!

“The supervision and professional development here are unmatched. Better Rehab has been instrumental in helping me reach my career goals, and the culture is incredibly supportive.”

Emma, Speech Pathologist

Joining our Croydon team as a Speechie, you’ll experience a varied caseload that includes adult and paediatric clients with developmental and acquired disabilities. There will be plenty of opportunities to develop your dysphagia management, AAC prescription and implementation, and general therapy skills.

Day-to-day You Will

• Conduct meaningful assessments and design impactful therapy plans in diverse environments, from clients' homes to day centres, parks, and even at the beach.
• Collaborate with a committed MDT to develop innovative solutions for your clients.
• Build enduring relationships with clients and witness the lasting impact of your work.

What makes us Better?

For starters, we’re clinician-led at every level, all the way to the top, so we know what it’s like being in the trenches of care. We’ve built the kind of workplace we always wished existed. Where we don't just say we trust our clinicians - we show it. A community built by clinicians, for clinicians.

Our Values

• We Get Sh*t Done!
• We are People People
• Love What You Do
• Frankly, we Give a Damn
• We Value Ourselves

About

We’re committed to helping you grow as a clinician or as a leader yourself. Our mentoring pathway isn’t just about moving up; it’s about developing the full spectrum of skills you need to succeed and take on new opportunities including:

• Support and Supervision: You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who support you through challenges and an experienced and dedicated 1:1 Supervisor to guide you.
• Professional Development: Access to an extensive internal PD schedule + a personal budget.
• Study Leave: 4 full days paid study leave per calendar year.
• Resources: The works- laptop, phone + all of our sites have therapy and assessment resources ready to grab and go.

Freedom to Work Your Way

• Better Flex Policy: Flexible hours and the opportunity to flex off when you’ve completed your client work!
• Clear KPIs: Realistic, achievable and sustainable monthly targets.
• Better Rewards Program: Earn bonus pay or extra leave, or redeem points for PD, gadgets and experiences!
• Paid Parental Leave: 8 weeks for the primary carer and 2 for the secondary carer.
• Travel Reimbursement: Work-related travel paid monthly at 92c per KM.
• National Opportunities across 30 Australian sites.

About You

We’re after Speechies who get restless when they see room for improvement and aren’t afraid to speak up about it. Who have a fire in their belly about participant care and treat participant goals like personal missions, not just checkboxes on a form.

The ones who have the courage to challenge ideas (yes, even ours) when participant’s interests are at stake.

If this sounds like you, we might just be right for each other.

You Will Also Hold

• SPA Registration
• A valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
• An NDIS check, a Working with Children Check, and a Police Check (or willing to obtain)

Onshore applicants seeking sponsorship will be considered.

Join Us and hit Apply Now. Reach out to Sanyam on 0410172146 or at [e-mail] if you have any questions.

Commitment To Diversity

At Better Rehab, we embrace diversity, inclusivity and a fair recruitment process encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Learn more at www.betterrehab.com.au