Speech Pathologist - Pakenham

Everyday-Independence; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle options

Phone included

Laptop provided

Bonus potential up to $10,000

Career coaching

PD leave and allowances

Wellbeing days

Job summary

Everyday Independence is hiring Speech Pathologists to provide life-changing occupational therapy to NDIS participants. The role is suitable for a full-time position, with part-time considered, based in Pakenham.

You’ll work in diverse settings—from homes to schools and community centres—creating therapy plans with evidence-based tools, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and receiving strong supervision and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• To be considered for this role you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology.
• SPA registration is required.
• A positive and flexible approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Valid Australian driver’s license.
• NDIS Workers Screening Check.
• Working with Children Check.
• Experience in NDIS/disability is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide life-changing occupational therapy to NDIS participants.
• Work in diverse settings: homes, schools, playgrounds, workplaces and community centres.
• Create therapy plans using evidence-based assessment tools.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of allied health professionals.
• Build meaningful relationships with participants and supports.
• Attend weekly team meetings in the Hub and engage with supervision.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Positive and flexible approach to work

Commitment to personal and pro. dev.

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology

SPA registration

Job description

• Attractive base salary + super + PD + phone/laptop + vehicle options + bonus
• Unrivalled clinical education, support, and supervision
• Design your dream career with in-house career coaching

• Attractive base salary + super + PD + phone/laptop + vehicle options + bonus
• Unrivalled clinical education, support, and supervision
• Design your dream career with in-house career coaching

Job title – Speech Pathologist

Location – Pakenham

Employment Type – Full time, Part time (4 days per week) or 9-day fortnight

Salary – $83,107.90 - $108,140.40 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading) + superannuation + vehicle options + mobile + laptop + options to boost salary up to $10,000

Supervision and Support – from supervisors, team leaders and peers

Professional Development – PD leave and allowance

Formal learning opportunities available through registered training organisations and universities

About Everyday Independence

With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

As one of the Australia’s largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you’ll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.

About The Role

We are looking for Speech Pathologists to provide life-changing occupational therapy to NDIS participants. This position is ideal if you are seeking a full-time position, however part-time would also be considered.

As a Speech Pathologist at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

• Working in the social model means you’ll work in diverse settings; from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces, and community centres
• Utilizing an evidence-based measurement tool and your skills in assessment, you’ll create therapy plans and provide life-changing occupational therapy to support participants in achieving their goals and maximizing NDIS funding
• Work within an interdisciplinary team of passionate and dedicated allied health professionals
• Building meaningful relationships with the participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Attend weekly team meetings in the Hub; sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
• You’ll tap into the knowledge and support of your Team Leader and dedicated clinical supervisor.

Who We Are Looking For

At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We’re on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic environment.

To be considered for this role you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology
• SPA registration
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and a team player
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Valid Australian driver’s license
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Experience working in NDIS/disability is preferred, however not essential

What We Offer

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading Speech Pathologists to help you excel
• Reducing non-billable admin tasks: Utilising an AI-powered health scribe as part of our commitment to improve service delivery
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration (based on experience), plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $4,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you
• Opportunities for Growth: Growth opportunities are endless! Explore clinical supervision or operational leadership career pathways
• Supportive Environment: Dedicated operational, clinical and admin support so you can focus on what you do best. Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field
• Everyday Perks: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development leave and budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program

Join the Change Makers

At Everyday Independence, your expertise in speech pathology isn’t just valued; it’s crucial in driving positive change for individuals with disabilities.