Loddon Children’s Health and Wellbeing Local (LCHWL)

45.6 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE)

Ongoing Position

Make a Lasting Difference

Join the Loddon Children’s Health and Wellbeing Local (LCHWL) and help shape the future of children's health and wellbeing across the Loddon region.

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Speech Pathologist to join our innovative multidisciplinary team, supporting children aged up to 11 years experiencing developmental, emotional, behavioural and relational challenges.

In this rewarding role, you'll:

- Deliver assessments and short-term therapeutic interventions.
- Work closely with children, families, and a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated, family‑centred care.
- Contribute to innovative programs, education initiatives, and service development.
- Support children across the region through outreach and flexible service delivery.
- Be part of a groundbreaking model established in response to Victoria's Royal Commission into Mental Health.
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference to children and families.
- Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth, innovation, and ongoing development.
- Contribute to a service co‑designed with families, communities, and partner organisations.

If you're a motivated Speech Pathologist looking to combine clinical excellence with innovation and genuine community impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About Bendigo Community Health Services

Bendigo Community Health Services has cared for the health and wellbeing of the Bendigo community for 50 years. We employ more than 280 people across a broad range of services.

The success of BCHS starts with our staff, who have a high level of professionalism and dedication, allowing us to deliver quality services for the community, with a particular focus on vulnerable people.

Added benefits of working with BCHS include:

- Salary packaging
- Purchasing leave
- Regular Individual and Peer Supervision
- Access to Career development




- Training programs
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Novated leasing
- Fitness Passport

To successfully apply for this position you will need:

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

- Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia registration
- Experience in working with children aged 0‑11 years.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and families.
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues which impact vulnerable families in the catchment, including an understanding around trauma, child development and attachment.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in assisting families where children are at risk and a sound understanding of the service system and referral pathways for families.
- Proven ability to manage a complex case load and provide demand management function (with support) as required.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a high level of emotional intelligence
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to facilitate a holistic approach to care.
- Knowledge of family centred practice and family led planning.
- Sound knowledge of the protective factors and contributors in relation to health inequality and vulnerability.
- Demonstrated understanding of diversity and inclusiveness.
- Understanding of the broad service health and wellbeing system, providing a link for children and families.
- A passion for working with children and families to increase health literacy and enhance health and wellbeing.

Desirable

- Knowledge of TRAK and Best Practice as reporting and Consumer Management System software.
- Experience supporting families to navigate the NDIS.

For further information about the position contact Chantelle Ramsey on

Bendigo Community Health Services encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Applications will be acknowledged upon receipt. Applicants are requested to contact Human Resources on telephone if an automatic acknowledgement has not been received.

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📌 PAEDIATRIC SPEECH PATHOLOGIST (Greater Bendigo City)
🏢 Bendigo Community Health Services
📍 Greater Bendigo City