Speech Pathologist (Level 3) - Transition Aged Care Program - Port Macquarie Community Health

NSW Health; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Speech Pathologist Level 3 for the Transition Aged Care Program in Port Macquarie Community Health. The role focuses on delivering specialist speech pathology assessments and plans for older adults in home settings, with a commitment to evidence-based care and client-centered outcomes.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, support carers, and coordinate care across services. A Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Extensive clinical expertise in assessment and management of complex adult communication, language, and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide Speech Pathology services to Transition Aged Care Program (TACP) or ACTIP clients.
• Deliver goal-oriented, time-limited services in clients’ home environments to optimise functional capacity.
• Work as part of the TACP/ACTIP team to provide high-quality speech pathology and holistic case management.

Education

Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification in Speech Pathology

Job description

Speech Pathologist (Level 3) - Transition Aged Care Program - Port Macquarie Community Health

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Speech Pathologist Lvl 3
Remuneration:$121,568 - $125,507
Hours Per Week:16
Applications Close:Thursday November 5th 2026

THIS VACANCY IS ONLY OPEN TO EXISTING MID NORTH COAST LHD EMPLOYEES.
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of this position is to provide Speech Pathology to clients accepted onto the Transition Aged Care Program (TACP) or the Aged Care Transitional Interventional Program (ACTIP) in the Hastings Macleay Clinical Network.

To help provide a goal orientated, time limited service to older persons who require support in their home environment to complete or optimise their functional capacity and /or finalise their plans for future care.

To work as an effective member of the TACP/ACTIP team in the provision of high quality speech pathology and holistic case management services to TACP/ACTIP clients.

About You
You are a highly skilled and dedicated Speech Pathologist with a recognised Bachelor’s or postgraduate qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia. You bring extensive clinical expertise in the assessment and management of complex adult communication, language, and swallowing disorders, providing evidence-based interventions that support independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Drawing on advanced theoretical knowledge and significant clinical experience, you confidently deliver comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans for adults with complex needs. You have substantial experience working with older people recovering from a broad range of medical and surgical conditions in community settings, supporting their rehabilitation and helping them achieve meaningful functional outcomes.

You possess a strong understanding of the services, programs, and organisations that support older people and their carers, enabling you to coordinate care effectively and connect clients with appropriate resources to enhance their ongoing health and independence. Your person-centred approach ensures clients and families remain actively involved in their care and decision-making processes.

Committed to clinical excellence, you actively engage in ongoing professional development to maintain contemporary practice standards, contribute to professional education opportunities, and support the development of innovative models of care. You are passionate about continuous learning and dedicated to improving service delivery and client outcomes through evidence-based practice.

You are recognised for your exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, carers, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary teams, you foster strong partnerships that support coordinated care and positive outcomes. Supported by a current NSW Driver Licence and the flexibility to travel as required, you are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality speech pathology services across diverse community settings.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

This is a Category A position.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. Theseawards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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