Speech Pathologist Graduate Program 2027

Better Rehab; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Better Rehab in Wollongong offers a Graduate Program Intake role for Speech Pathology graduates, starting in 2026/2027. You’ll provide therapy across community settings, with strong supervision and clear KPIs.

The role supports NDIS participants aged 6–65 and offers a flexible, structured pathway with a focus on long-term professional growth within a clinician-led national network.

Qualifications

• Speech Pathology qualification (graduating in 2026 or January 2027).
• NDIS Worker Screening, Working With Children Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Complete meaningful assessments and design practical therapy plans.
• Build long-term relationships and see real progress.
• Work closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Education

Speech Pathology qualification

NDIS Worker Screening

Working With Children Check

Police Check

Driver’s licence

Job description

• Full-time
• Department: Graduate Program Intake
• Compensation: AUD 70,000 - AUD 80,000 - yearly

Company Description

Thisisn’ta sink-or-swim graduate role. At Better Rehab, our Graduate Program is built by clinicians, for clinicians!With structure, mentorship,flexibilityand backing from a multidisciplinary team,we want to setyou up forlong-termsuccessbeyond yourgradyear.

Job Description

Why Better Rehab? Flexibility with structure. Autonomy with real support.

We’rea national, clinician-foundedand clinician-led organisation. Our leaders understand clinical life becausethey’velived it. This meansrealistic KPIs, genuine flexibility, and an environment focused on quality care, not numbers.

You’llhave autonomy over your diary, flexibility across community, clinic and work-from-home options, and strong supervision to support your growth every step of the way.

The Role

Based in Wollongong, you’llsupport NDIS participants aged6–65 yearsacross a varied community caseload, including:

• Language
• Dysphagia
• Aphasia
• AAC

This is acommunity-based role, delivering functional, participant-led therapy across homes, day centres,parksand clinic spaces.

You’ll:

• Complete meaningful assessments and design practical therapy plans
• Build long-term relationships and see real progress
• Work closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team

Our Graduate Program

We believe graduates thrive withvisible,structuredand consistent support.

You’ll receive:

• Agraduate-specific induction week(NDIS, community practice & life at Better Rehab)
• 1:1 discipline-specific supervision
• 6 months of structured induction,trainingand upskilling
• Laptop,phoneand fully resourced therapy kits

Flexibility & Rewards

• Better Flex Policy– flexible hours and the ability to flex off once client work is complete
• Clear, achievable KPIs
• National opportunities across30+ Better Rehab locations

Qualifications

• Speech Pathology qualification (graduating in 2026 or January 2027)
• Passion for supporting people with disability
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle
• NDIS Worker Screening, WorkingWithChildren Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Additional Information

Your CVdoesn’tneed to be perfect, your values matter more.

For a confidential chat, contact Lizi on 0488850290

Learn more atwww.betterrehab.com.au

Commitment to Diversity:

At Better Rehab, we embrace diversity, inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities including neurodiverse individuals.

If you thinkyou’dbe great in this role butdon’tmeet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply,we’dlove to hear from you.

Learn more atwww.betterrehab.com.au

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