Speech Pathologist: Paediatric, Neurodiversity-Affirming & Ndis

Medii; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Medii in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to join a paediatric clinic, serving children and young people up to 21 in a neurodiversity-affirming, family-centered setting.

You will deliver clinic-based therapy and in-school sessions, set goals with families, and collaborate with OTs to support holistic care. Reporting and documentation, including NDIS-related work, are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Current Speech Pathology Australia membership (CPSP or eligible)
• At least 3 years of paediatric experience as a Speech Pathologist
• Genuine interest in neurodiversity-affirming, family-centered practice
• Confidence managing a mixed caseload with assessment and goal-based therapy
• Familiarity with NDIS processes and reporting
• Clear, warm communication with children, families and professionals

Responsibilities

• Assessing and treating children and young people with speech, language and communication needs
• Delivering family-centered therapy in clinic and in daycare, kindergarten or school settings
• Setting goals with each child and family and coaching strategies for home use
• Collaborating with OT colleagues to support multi-disciplinary care
• Writing clear reports and thorough documentation including NDIS reporting
• Participating in drop-in sessions and contributing ideas to grow the service

Skills

Paediatric Speech Pathology

NDIS knowledge

Family-centered approach

Evidence-based practice

Communication with families

Education

Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Speech Pathologist: Paediatric, Neurodiversity-Affirming and NDIS | Melbourne, VIC

About the Role

A small, well-regarded paediatric therapy practice in Melbourne is looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist to join its clinic team. The practice works with children and young people up to 21 years of age. If you want a role grounded in evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming practice, this is a good fit.

About the practice

• A paediatric-only practice catering to children and young people up to 21 years of age, across a range of neurotypes
• A caseload that includes autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, learning and language difficulties, genetic or neurological conditions and developmental delay
• Neurodiversity-affirming care, with therapy goals set together with each child and family
• Therapy delivered in the clinic, as well as in daycares, kindergartens and schools within the practice’s catchment
• NDIS services for self-managed and plan-managed clients, along with Medicare EPC and Mental Health Care Plan funding
• A drop-in session for families who need advice and strategies sooner than the waitlist allows
• Speech Pathologists and OTs who collaborate on shared clients
• Clinics set up with practical, accessible therapy resources that families can replicate at home
• A speech service that is still growing, so there is room to help shape it

What you’ll be doing

• Assessing and treating children and young people with a range of speech, language and communication needs
• Delivering family-centred therapy in the clinic and, where appropriate, in daycare, kindergarten or school settings
• Setting goals with each child and family, and coaching families to carry strategies over into daily life
• Working alongside OT colleagues to support children who benefit from both disciplines
• Writing clear reports and keeping thorough documentation, including NDIS-related reporting
• Taking part in the drop-in sessions where suited to your experience
• Contributing ideas as the speech service continues to develop

What we’re looking for

• Current Speech Pathology Australia membership (CPSP or eligible) and a recognised degree in Speech Pathology
• At least 3 years of experience as a Speech Pathologist, with paediatric experience preferred
• A genuine interest in neurodiversity-affirming and family-centred practice
• Confidence managing a mixed caseload, including assessment and goal-based therapy
• Familiarity with NDIS processes and reporting
• Clear, warm communication with children, families and other professionals

What’s in it for you

• A small, supportive practice with a collaborative, multidisciplinary feel
• An evidence-based clinical culture that values staying current with research
• Variety through clinic sessions, community visits and drop-in work
• A chance to help shape a growing speech service
• A family-centred approach where families are genuine partners in therapy

Location

• Doncaster: A family-friendly eastern suburb with good shopping, green spaces and easy access to Eastern Freeway and bus links into the city

Interested, or just curious? Reach out to Camille at [e-mail] for a confidential chat.