Western District Health Service – Hamilton VIC
4d ago , from Western District Health Service
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 Perks
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 passionateSpeech Pathologist Coordinatorto 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
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 strong community connections, collaborative culture and commitment to excellence.
We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace guided by our values ofIntegrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.
What We Offer
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
Applications close: 25th of October ****
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.
Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain the relevant mandatory checks and meet WDHS compliance requirements as a condition of employment.
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📌 Speech Pathologist Manager (Hamilton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Hamilton