We're looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist with a strong background in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment to join our diagnostic team anywhere from one to five days a week, permanent or contract. You'll play a key role in multidisciplinary assessments, contributing your expertise in communication, language and social interaction to help our child-adolescent clients and their families understand their children's profile and access the right supports.
Key responsibilities
- Conducting comprehensive speech and language assessments as part of multidisciplinary autism evaluations
- Administering standardised and observational tools (e.g., ADOS-2, CELF-5, informal language and pragmatic assessments)
- Collaborating with psychologists, paediatricians and other team members in case formulation and diagnostic decision-making
- Writing clear, high-quality reports in line with the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism
- Delivering feedback sessions to clients and families with sensitivity and clarity
- Providing recommendations and referrals to support ongoing support where appropriate
About you
- Degree in Speech Pathology and eligibility for Certified Practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia
- Minimum 3+ years' experience in speech pathology, with significant experience in ASD assessment
- Training and experience in ADOS-2 (ADI-R experience also highly regarded)
- Strong clinical reasoning and report-writing skills
- A culturally sensitive client-centred approach
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
About us
Millstream Paediatrics is a multidisciplinary allied health practice based in Mount Pleasant, providing high-quality diagnostic assessments and therapy to children and adolescents. Our team works collaboratively to deliver culturally family-centred assessments to support families with clear outcomes and recommendations.
Contract work or permanent opportunity
Working from one to five days a week
Adaptable work arrangements and work-life balance
Annual CPD allowance and paid professional development leave
Access to a comprehensive assessment library and resources
Regular clinical supervision and peer review within a collaborative team