Speech Pathologist

Marathon Health; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging options

5 weeks annual leave

Additional paid leave over Christmas &

Exclusive offers through Westfund/West

Job summary

Marathon Health is seeking a Speech Pathologist to deliver high-quality therapy across Griffith, Young and Lake Cargelligo regions. Full or part-time opportunities exist to support regional programs and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and Waratah for Kids initiatives.

You will provide screening, assessment, short-term interventions, and referrals while building caregiver capacity and working with NDIS participants and community programs. Applications welcome from nearby locations.

Qualifications

• You’ll be a suitably qualified Speech Pathologist with a current SPA Membership.
• You thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment and value teamwork.
• You’re curious and driven to learn and share knowledge at any career stage.
• You think creatively to solve problems and bring fresh ideas.
• You’re career-focused and eager to grow with the team.
• You are committed to high-quality, evidence-based, client-centred services.
• You enjoy collaborating with clinicians to deliver care.
• You’re passionate about improving regional access to allied health.

Responsibilities

• Support programs across Griffith, Young and Lake Cargelligo regions (Wiradjuri Country).
• Contribute to Waratah for Kids program: screening, assessment, and short-term interventions.
• Deliver referrals to other services and educate caregiver capacity.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and the Waratah for Kids Paediatric Linker.
• Deliver services to NDIS participants, fee-for-service clients and community programs.

Skills

Team player

Curious

Creative problem-solver

Career-focused

Committed to excellence

Energetic collaborator

Regional advocate

Education

SPA Membership

Job description

Are you a Speech Pathologist who is passionate about delivering exceptional therapy services in regional communities? If this sounds like you, let’s talk!

We have employment and subcontracting opportunities available for a Speech Pathologist (Full or part-time) to join our team and support programs across the Griffith, Young and Lake Cargelligo regions (Wiradjuri Country). If you’re based nearby, we’re open to considering other locations for the right candidate.

We offer a diverse and engaging caseload that provides opportunities for professional growth, clinical development, and variety in your work.

As part of this role, you will contribute to the Waratah for Kids program. This community-based initiative supports children aged 0–7 years who are experiencing developmental or behavioural challenges and are not currently connected with therapy services. Within this program, you may undertake screening and assessment, deliver short-term interventions, facilitate referrals to other services, and provide education and support to build caregiver capacity. You will work collaboratively with other therapists, community supports, and the Waratah for Kids Paediatric Linker to help children and their families access the support they need.

You will also have the opportunity to work as part of our multidisciplinary team delivering services to NDIS participants, fee-for-service clients, and other community programs as opportunities arise. This variety ensures a rewarding caseload and the chance to make a meaningful impact across a range of settings and client groups.

Your next role is waiting, —let’s make it happen.

Full responsibilities of this role may be viewed on the indicative Position Description found at marathonhealth.com.au/jobs/r26086/

Why Join Marathon Health? As an employee you will receive

Exceptional Clinical Support

• Regular and personalised clinical supervision and mentoring from experienced leaders
• A collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Peer support and opportunities to learn
• Clinical guidance to help you build confidence and develop your practice skills
• Access to contemporary tools and technologies that support quality service delivery

Invest in Your Professional Growth

• Annual Professional Development and Wellbeing Allowance
• Clear pathways for career progression and advancement
• We value and recognise outstanding contributions
• Support to expand your clinical expertise and specialise in areas of interest
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative and evidence-based practice

Enjoy a Rewarding Package

• Salary Packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• 5 weeks annual leave every year
• Additional paid leave over the Christmas and New Year period
• Exclusive offers and educational opportunities through our corporate partners, including Westfund, Westpac and St George

A workplace committed to wellbeing, inclusion and cultural safety. You can access our Innovate RAP through this link: https://www.marathonhealth.com.au/news/launching-our-innovate-rap/

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications and Professional Registration: You’ll be a suitably qualified Speech Pathologist with a current SPA Membership
• Team player: You thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment and value the power of teamwork.
• Curious and driven: You’re always looking to learn and share knowledge – no matter what stage you're at in your career.
• Creative problem-solver: You think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Career-focused: You’re ready to grow your career with a team that supports your ambitions.
• Committed to excellence: You believe in providing high-quality, evidence-based, client-centred services.
• Energetic collaborator: You love bouncing ideas off a team of energetic, passionate clinicians.
• Regional advocate: You’re driven to make allied health services more accessible and equitable in regional areas.

Applications close Tuesday 29 September 2026. Applications are reviewed as we receive them, so this job listing may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.