Community Speech Pathologist | Contractor Position

Location: DONVALE, VIC

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Title:  Speech Pathologist Job type: Contractor, flexible Work setting: Community visits

Salary offer: Depending on experience Location: Melbourne  

About the company: Our client is a multidisciplinary allied health provider committed to delivering high-quality, client-centred care that empowers individuals to achieve greater independence and improved quality of life. Their team is passionate about evidence-based practice, collaborative care, and building meaningful relationships with clients, families, and support networks.

Providing services across the community, homes, educational settings, and clinics, they support individuals of all ages with a wide range of developmental, communication, behavioural, and functional needs. Their multidisciplinary team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Osteopaths, and Allied Health Assistants working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a compassionate and motivated Speech Pathologist to join a growing and supportive team. Whether you're a new graduate looking for structured support or an experienced clinician seeking flexibility and autonomy, this role offers the opportunity to build a rewarding caseload while making a genuine impact in the community. The role involves working with clients across a range of settings, including homes, schools, day programs, clinics, and via telehealth where appropriate.

Caseloads may include children, adolescents, and adults presenting with: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attachment and trauma-related presentations Speech and language delays Social communication difficulties

Literacy challenges AAC assessments and implementation Feeding and swallowing concerns

Auditory processing difficulties Key responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive speech pathology assessments and evaluations

Develop and implement individualised therapy plans based on client goals and clinical reasoning Complete assessment reports, progress reports, and NDIS review documentation Provide therapy interventions and home practice recommendations

Prescribe and support Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems Liaise with parents, carers, educators, support coordinators, and other healthcare professionals Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation and case notes

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based services while building strong therapeutic relationships   Benefits:

Work the hours that suit your lifestyle Flexibility to work from home, in the community, and from office locations Manage your own schedule while maintaining client outcomes

Ongoing investment in professional development valued at over $10,000 annually Structured onboarding and induction program Regular supervision, mentoring, and clinical support