Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Speech Pathologist to manage a portfolio of residential aged care homes and home care clients across the NSW region. In this role, you will deliver person-centred clinical assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions to help our clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

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Whether helping a resident safely enjoy their meals or empowering a home care client to communicate comfortably with loved ones, your work will directly enhance the wellbeing of our community.

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Key responsibilities:

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- Dysphagia Management: Conduct holistic assessments, formulate individualised mealtime management plans, and recommend texture-modified diets and thickened fluids in accordance with IDDSI frameworks.
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- Communication Support: Assess and manage speech, language, voice, and cognitive-communication disorders tailored to age-related changes and neurological conditions (e.g., Dementia, Parkinson's, Stroke).
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- Portfolio Management: Manage a caseload across a dedicated portfolio of approx. 4-5x residential aged care / home care clients within the region.
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- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner closely with care home staff, nursing teams, GPs, occupational therapists, dietitians, and family members to ensure integrated care.
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- Education & Training: Provide practical training and education to care staff, kitchen teams,



and families regarding dysphagia awareness and safe swallowing strategies.
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- Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical notes and compliance documentation in line with Aged Care Quality Standards and NDIS/HCP guidelines (where applicable).
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About you:

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- Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent).
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- Experience: Previous experience in aged care, adult rehabilitation, or community health is preferred (new graduates with relevant placement experience are encouraged to apply).
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- Clinical Knowledge: Strong clinical skills in adult dysphagia and communication management, with a sound understanding of IDDSI framework standards.
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- Mobility: Current valid Driver's License and reliable access to a registered vehicle.
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Benefits:

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- Staff access to exclusive savings and discounts.
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- Ongoing programs and organisational focus directed toward general employee wellbeing and health support.
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- Regular internal and extra training sessions aimed at skill enhancement, clinical growth, and career progression.
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- Thorough on-boarding and support systems in place, as well as specialised mentorship and educational pathways for allied health staff.
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Join a cooperative, multi-disciplinary Allied Health team that values your clinical expertise and well-being!

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📌 Speech Pathologist (New South Wales)
🏢 Austcorp Executive Recruitment
📍 New South Wales