Speech Pathologist Grad Program 2026

Better Rehab; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid study leave

Ongoing training

Better rewards program

Travel reimbursement

Better Rewards Program

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for passionate Graduate Speech Pathologists to join their 2026 program in Gold Coast City. You will conduct assessments and therapy plans while collaborating with a supportive multidisciplinary team. Enjoy mentorship, flexible hours, and supportive community culture. Ideal candidates have qualifications in Speech Pathology and are eager to grow in their careers.

Qualifications

• Graduation date in 2025 or January 2026.
• Valid driver’s licence and personal vehicle.
• NDIS check and working with children check (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Therapy planning

Assessment skills

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology

Eligible for general registration in Australia

Tools

NDIS Portal

Job description

Speech Pathologist Grad Program 2026

Join to apply for the Speech Pathologist Grad Program 2026 role at Better Rehab. Join a crew that celebrates wins together and has each other’s backs.

We are seeking passionate Graduate Speech Pathologists to join our industry‑leading Graduate Program kicking off January 2026 with roles available in Robina. You will be supported across all steps of your journey to develop your clinical expertise across the NDIS and the community. As a Speechie in our team you will help participants from age 6 to 65 across language, mealtimes, dysphagia, aphasia and AAC.

Day‑to‑day You Will

• Conduct meaningful assessments and design impactful therapy plans in diverse environments, from clients’ homes to day centres, parks and our clinic rooms.
• Collaborate with a committed multidisciplinary team to develop innovative solutions for your clients.
• Build enduring relationships with clients and witness the lasting impact of your work.

What Makes Us Better?

We’re clinician‑led at every level, so we know what it’s like being in the trenches of care. 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

We Back You, Every Step of the Way

• Support: you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who support you through challenges, including a buddy from last year’s graduate cohort.
• Supervision: mentorship by a discipline‑specific 1:1 supervisor to help you navigate all areas of working with Better Rehab.
• Ongoing Training: 6 months of dedicated induction, training and upskilling.
• Study Leave: 4 full days paid study leave per calendar year.
• Resources: laptop, phone and therapy assessment resources ready to grab and go.

Freedom to Work Your Way

• Better Flex Policy: flexible hours and opportunity to flex off when you’ve completed client work.
• Clear KPIs: realistic, achievable and sustainable monthly targets.
• Better Rewards Program: earn bonus pay, 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 under the NDIS Regulated Reimbursement category.
• National opportunities across 30 Australian sites.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology with a graduation date in 2025 or January 2026.
• A valid driver’s licence and personal vehicle.
• An NDIS check, a Working with Children Check, and a Police Check (or willing to obtain).

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