Speech Pathologist — Flexible, Community‑Based Role

APM Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Australia is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to join its community-based team in Penrith, NSW. The role involves assessments of speech, language, functional communication and swallowing, and developing individualized therapy plans.

You will support clients with AAC, feeding, literacy, and early intervention, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to improve participation and independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist.
• Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Strong knowledge of functional communication, speech and language, and swallowing assessments.
• Client-centred, evidence-based and neurodiversity-affirming practice.
• NDIS or Home Care Package experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, functional communication and swallowing assessments.
• Develop and deliver individualized, evidence-based therapy plans.
• Support clients with AAC, feeding and swallowing, literacy, early intervention and communication partner training.
• Collaborate with families, support workers and multidisciplinary teams to improve participation and independence.
• Monitor client progress and document outcomes in line with best practice.
• Contribute to a collaborative clinical environment through knowledge-sharing and ongoing learning.
• Engage in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in regular learning sessions and team meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

NDIS experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

APM Australia is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to join its community-based team in Penrith, NSW. The role involves assessments of speech, language, functional communication and swallowing, and developing individualized therapy plans.

You will support clients with AAC, feeding, literacy, and early intervention, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to improve participation and independence.