Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?

Join us as a Level 1/2 Speech Pathologist and help unlock the power of communication, empowering children to reach their communication goals while learning and growing with a supportive multidisciplinary allied health team!

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. #AboriginalEmployment

$79,419 - $113,301 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full-Time | Port Kembla Hospital | REQ682291 | Grade: Speech Pathologist Level 1/2 | Applications close: 16 August 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive assessments and interventions to support the developmental needs of children and families. Your expertise will be essential in fostering communication skills and promoting overall growth, ensuring that every child receives the guidance and support they need to thrive. You will deliver high-quality speech pathology services to children and families within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD), focusing on achieving optimal health outcomes through a family-centered approach. You will benefit from the support of a highly experienced team that offers regular supervision and guidance.

Experienced Speech Pathologists and 2026 Speech Pathologist graduates will be considered for this role.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

As a part of the new Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services Project, a new Community Health Centre is being built on the old Port Kembla Hospital site.



The Warrawong Community Health Centre will bring together a range of services including community mental health, drug and alcohol, community nursing, and child and family services.

Until the new Community Centre is complete, some allied health services will continue to operate out of the Port Kembla Hospital site.

Perks of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

- Working With Children Check (WWCC)

- Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent)



with eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

- Current unrestricted NSW drivers licence and willingness to travel for work purposes

- Corroboration of Aboriginality and community for applicants applying under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

An eligibility list and/or talent pool may be created where candidates may be offered casual, ongoing permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within 18 months of the job advertisement closing.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Kimberley Lockly at ​***************@health.nsw.gov.au

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

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