Job title: Speech Pathologist

Job type: Permanent full time or part time

Work setting: Community-based

Salary offer: $85k to $105k annually + super

Location: Melbourne

About the company:

Our client is a purpose-driven Allied Health provider committed to making a meaningful difference in the disability and aged care sectors. With a national multidisciplinary team of over 160 clinicians and more than 30 years of combined leadership experience, they pride themselves on delivering client-centred, evidence-based and neurodiversity-affirming care.

With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, professional development and a supportive team culture, our client has achieved an impressive staff retention rate of over 80% year after year. They believe in investing in their people, celebrating achievements and creating an environment where clinicians can grow, feel valued and build rewarding long-term careers.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join their growing team in Melbourne. You will provide personalised, evidence-based Speech Pathology services to clients across the lifespan, supporting a diverse range of presentations, including autism, Down syndrome, progressive conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation and other neurological conditions.

Working across homes, schools, workplaces and community settings, you will collaborate closely with families, support teams and other allied health professionals to achieve meaningful outcomes for your clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Conducting speech, language, functional communication and swallowing assessments.
- Developing and delivering individualised, evidence-based therapy plans.
- Supporting clients with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), feeding and swallowing, literacy, early intervention and communication partner training.
- Working collaboratively with families, support workers and multidisciplinary teams to improve participation, independence and quality of life.
- Monitoring client progress and documenting outcomes in line with best practice.




- Contributing to a collaborative clinical environment through knowledge-sharing, ongoing learning and celebrating client achievements.

Benefits:

- Clinical supervision and support: Learn from an experienced Speech Pathology Clinical Lead with years of clinical, research and teaching experience.
- Uncapped career development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to support your clinical interests and career goals.
- Regular learning opportunities: Participate in weekly learning sessions, national team meetings and discipline-specific catch-ups.
- Flexible working arrangements: Enjoy a work-from-home and community-based service delivery model.
- Career progression: Access personalised career mapping and development opportunities aligned with your ambitions.
- Supportive team culture: Join an inclusive, multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, connection and knowledge-sharing.
- Team connection and social events: Build relationships with colleagues through team socials and connection days.
- High staff retention: Be part of an organisation that prioritises employee satisfaction, wellbeing and long-term growth.

Requirements:

- A Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- New graduates are welcome to apply!
- Eligible or Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
- Strong knowledge of functional communication, speech and language, and swallowing assessments.
- A client-centred approach and a commitment to evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming practice.
- Experience working with NDIS participants or Home Care Package (HCP) clients is preferred but not essential.
- A current driver’s licence and access to a registered, reliable vehicle.
- Strong communication, organisation and collaboration skills.
- A genuine passion for helping clients achieve their goals and improve their independence and quality of life.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, develop your clinical expertise and be part of a team that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. APPLY NOW!

📌 Speech Pathologist - Community Based | Melbourne
🏢 Bloom Healthcare
📍 Melbourne