Senior Speech Pathologist

Business Unit: St Jude's Disability Services St Jude’s Health Care Group is a trusted provider of Aged Care, Allied Health and Disability Services, established in 1982. With a strong reputation built over four decades and as a purpose-driven organisation, we operate with a clear philosophy: we do not provide any service that isn’t good enough for our own families. Our work is grounded in respect, integrity, commitment, and genuine partnerships with the individuals and communities we support. Why Join St Jude's? We understand the importance of investing in our team, whether that be through professional development, career opportunities or social engagement Here’s just some of what we offer: 1 week of paid study leave + $1,000 towards the costs of professional development courses Flexible working options – part‑time or full‑time, as well as flexibility with work location Opportunities for ongoing career development as well as working specialising in areas of interest Quarterly performance bonuses for achieving the target of 65% (2.5% of your annual salary) Opportunities for buddy shifts with other disciplines to build a holistic skill set and enable you to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Extra supervision and mentoring opportunities Opportunities for delivering regional services if this is of interest to you Current established services in Bunbury and Esperance, but the world is your oyster We cover transport, accommodation and meals Regular scheduled social activities within and outside of work hours Tell us what else you need—we’re here to support your goals About the Role You’ll be joining an ambitious team with the unique opportunity to influence how our Speech Pathology service evolves. This is more than a clinical role – it’s a chance to lead, guide and innovate. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality speech and language assessments and therapy across the lifespan, with opportunities to work in NDIS, Aged Care and Home Care, as well as privately funded individuals Lead and mentor the Speech Pathology team, providing supervision and guidance including reviewing reports and ad‑hoc support Opportunities to deliver services across several settings, including in‑clinic, home‑based services, school‑based, within facilities and in the wider community Collaborate with other allied health professionals across disciplines, with a team of over 30 Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Counsellors, Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners and Therapy Assistants Host monthly team meetings including delivering on evidence‑based practice and guiding professional development opportunities, as well as ensuring the team are working consistently to deliver a high standard of services Who We're Looking For You’re a confident, compassionate therapist who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings the following: A high level of experience with NDIS clients (it’s a bonus if you also have Aged Care or Home Care experience too) Proven experience supervising or mentoring junior therapists A client‑first approach with strong relationship‑building skills with all key stakeholders Strong organisational skills, including being able to balance a small caseload and supervisory responsibilities Ability to contribute towards developing and growing the service Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia NDIS Worker Screening Check + Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain) A valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle Ready to Make a Difference? If you're ready to step into a role where you can truly lead, grow, and shape the future of allied health services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a chat to see if this role is right for you St Jude's NDIS are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon. #J-18808-Ljbffr