Speech Pathologist Manager

Primary & Preventative Health | Western District Health Service

- Permanent Full Time | 40 hours per week
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Hamilton, Victoria
- $109,803 + Super + Salary Packaging Benefits
- Lead and grow a high-quality Speech Pathology service across rural and regional communities

Lead, inspire and make a lasting impact

Western District Health Service is seeking an experienced and passionate Speech Pathologist Coordinator to lead our Speech Pathology service across the Southern Grampians region.

This unique leadership opportunity combines clinical practice, service development, people leadership and community engagement. Working across acute, sub-acute, community and aged care settings, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of Speech Pathology services while supporting clients of all ages to achieve the best possible communication and swallowing outcomes.

Based in Hamilton, you'll coordinate services across Hamilton, Coleraine and Penshurst while supporting a dedicated team of Speech Pathology professionals.

Relocating? We'll Help You Settle In

We understand that relocating for work is a significant decision, and we're committed to helping make the transition as smooth as possible.

Successful applicants relocating to the region may have access to:

- Short-term shared accommodation to assist with your transition to the region
- Assistance connecting with local real estate agents and long-term rental opportunities
- Support to build local connections through community groups, sporting clubs and social networks
- Guidance and assistance as you settle into your new role and community
- A welcoming and supportive team committed to helping you succeed both professionally and personally

Please note that accommodation support is offered as short-term shared accommodation only and is subject to availability.

Hamilton offers affordable living, a welcoming community and easy access to the Grampians National Park and Victoria's stunning southwest coastline.

What You'll Be Doing

Clinical Leadership

Lead and coordinate a comprehensive Speech Pathology service across acute, sub-acute,



community and aged care settings while maintaining high standards of clinical care.

Service Development & Coordination

Plan, develop and coordinate Speech Pathology services across WDHS and regional partnerships, ensuring services continue to meet community needs.

Staff Supervision & Development

Provide clinical supervision, reflective learning, mentoring and professional support to Speech Pathology staff and students.

Quality Improvement & Research

Lead quality improvement activities, service evaluation and research initiatives that contribute to contemporary, evidence-based practice.

Education & Community Engagement

Deliver education and training to staff and community groups while promoting awareness of communication and swallowing disorders throughout the region.

What You Bring

- Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
- Eligibility for registration with Speech Pathology Australia
- Experience working with children
- Demonstrated experience coordinating clinical services
- Experience supervising and supporting staff
- Strong leadership and service development capability
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing communication and swallowing disorders across a range of settings
- Current Driver's Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Rights to work in Australia

Desirable

- Relevant program training such as Sounds-Write, Lidcombe Program or Hanen It Takes Two to Talk
- Experience leading quality improvement and research activities

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

At Western District Health Service, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg regions.





Working within Primary and Preventative Health, you'll join an organisation known for its solid community connections, collaborative culture and commitment to excellence.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace guided by our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

What We Offer

- Permanent full-time employment
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave entitlement
- External supervision opportunities
- Professional development and training support
- Access to the WDHS tiered leadership development program
- Opportunity to lead and shape regional Speech Pathology services
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Meaningful work within a respected rural health service
- Excellent work-life balance in a welcoming regional community

Interested?

For more information, view the Position Description: Link

For a confidential discussion, contact Jodie Nelson on 03 5551 8*** or ************@wdhs.net

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting Next to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click Apply and follow the prompts.

Applications must include:

- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Applications close: 25th of October 2026

Applications will be reviewed as received. Early applications are encouraged.

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Capability team on *******@wdhs.net.

Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.

📌 Speech Pathologist Manager (Hamilton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Hamilton