Work with Aboriginal children and young people aged 0–18
Join a highly team-oriented multidisciplinary team –
Focus on assessment and early intervention for neurodevelopmental conditions
About Congress:
Central Australian Aboriginal Congress is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing comprehensive primary health care to Aboriginal people across Alice Springs and remote communities in Central Australia.
CYATS is part of the Child, Youth and Family Services Division and provides specialist multidisciplinary assessment, treatment and early intervention for children and young people. You'll work alongside Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Aboriginal Family Support Workers and Clinical Case Coordinators.
About the Role:
As a Speech Pathologist within CYATS, you will support children and young people aged 0–18 and their families to optimise development and wellbeing.
You will:
Conduct speech, language and developmental assessments and observations
Provide evidence-based intervention, strategies and intensive support
Manage a clinical caseload involving assessment and treatment
Support children experiencing FASD, Autism, ADHD and other developmental challenges




Provide education and practical strategies to families, carers, support staff and external partners
Participate in case coordination and care plan reviews
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external services
Provide outreach support to children and families
Prepare clinical reports and contribute to coordinated care
About You:
Degree in Speech Pathology with eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership
Relevant postgraduate experience working with children and families presenting with complex needs
Experience in assessment and intervention across childhood disabilities and developmental challenges
Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team
Strong understanding of Aboriginal health, culture and the issues impacting Aboriginal children and families
Knowledge of Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) requirements
Current NT Driver Licence or ability to obtain
Postgraduate qualifications in child health/development and experience working with Aboriginal communities in Central Australia will be highly regarded.
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📌 Speech Pathologist (Cyats) – Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Alice Springs)
🏢 Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory
📍 Alice Springs