Speech Pathologist Graduate: Flexible, Mentored Growth

Better Rehab; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Casual rates up to $72/hr

PD allowance $1,000 annually

Performance bonus

3 days paid leave over Christmas

Job summary

Better Rehab in Townsville is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to support an established paediatric caseload, focusing on speech and language skills for children aged 0-6, with some school-aged clients. The role offers flexible contract length, travel and work arrangements including FIFO from Brisbane.

You will work across home, school and clinic settings, with telehealth for remote families and outreach to Mackay and Cairns.

Qualifications

• Paediatric speech and language assessment and intervention experience.
• Familiar with Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients preferred.
• Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat paediatric speech and language needs.
• Support Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients and families.
• Deliver services across home, school, clinic, and telehealth.
• Travel to outreach locations such as Townsville, Mackay and Cairns as required.

Skills

Speech-language assessment

Intervention planning

Family engagement

Telehealth delivery

Professional communication

Education

Registration with Speech Pathology Australia

Paediatric clinical experience

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

We are working with a specialised community service in Townsville seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to support an established caseload. With flexibility around contract length, travel and work arrangements, this could be a great opportunity for someone looking for a short-term North Queensland adventure or a FIFO-style arrangement from Brisbane.

The Opportunity

This is a specialised Speech Pathology service with a strong focus on Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) clients, predominantly supporting children aged 0-6 years, with some school-aged and early teen clients.

You’ll work across a varied caseload, including:

• Paediatric speech and language assessment and intervention
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients and families
• Clients with complex and dual diagnoses
• First Nations families and clients, including those in remote communities
• Home, school and clinic-based services
• Telehealth for remote families
• Outreach to Mackay and Cairns

The majority of interventions are short-term, with a strong focus on assessment, therapy programs, monitoring and supporting families rather than managing long-term caseloads.

Swallowing experience is not required - the focus is on standard speech and language skills.

Why Consider This Role?

This is a genuinely flexible opportunity. The service is open to discussing an arrangement that works for the right clinician, including:

• Short-term contracts of around 3 months, with a preference on longer
• Fixed-term employment
• Casual engagement
• FIFO from Brisbane
• Short, intensive outreach blocks to Townsville, Mackay and/or Cairns
• Permanent relocation for those looking for a longer-term move

There is a travel budget available, and relocation/accommodation assistance may be considered on a case-by-case basis for the right candidate.

Support & Professional Development

You don’t need previous DHH experience to be successful in this role. You’ll receive:

• Support from experienced clinical leads
• Deaf awareness training
• Professional development specifically focused on the DHH space
• $1,000 annual PD allowance
• Additional PD opportunities linked to performance
• Ongoing clinical support and capability development

The Benefits

• Above-award remuneration - permanent rates approximately $49-$58/hr, depending on experience, with casual rates of up to approximately $72/hr
• $1,000 annual PD allowance, with additional PD funding and performance incentives available
• Potential $1,000 performance bonus for hitting KPI's as well as an additional 3 days paid leave over Christmas for eligible permanent employees
• Company vehicle available in Townsville for local outreach
• Centrally located office with dedicated treatment rooms
• Established facilities available for outreach in Mackay and Cairns
• Potential relocation/accommodation assistance

About You

We’re looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist who can confidently step into an established caseload and work independently.

You’ll ideally have:

• Current Speech Pathology Australia registration
• Previous paediatric experience
• Strong speech and language assessment and intervention skills
• Confidence working with families and other professionals
• A flexible and adaptable approach to clinical practice
• Strong communication and family engagement skills
• An interest in developing your skills within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing space

DHH experience is highly regarded but not essential - full training and clinical support will be provided.

If you’ve been considering a move north, want to escape the city for a few months, or would love the opportunity to experience Townsville, Mackay and Cairns, we’d love to speak with you.

We can discuss the different options available and work with you to find an arrangement that suits your circumstances.