Senior Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Senior Paediatric Speech Pathologist / Key Worker Join to apply for the Senior Paediatric Speech Pathologist / Key Worker role at Windermere Child and Family Services . Base pay range: A$107,000.00/yr – A$118,000.00/yr. Staff Benefits Flexible ways of working – office, home and outreach Above Award personal leave and 17.5% annual leave loading Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year) Employee Referral Program – $500 per referral Flexible leave scheme (50/52, 51/52) Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment) 6 weeks paid parental leave, in addition to government funded Parental Leave Pay (PLP) Structured performance and 1‑on‑1 development check‑ins Secondment and career growth opportunities Staff discount programme for everyday items Opportunities for professional development Rostered days off or 9‑day fortnight Cultural Leave & Wellbeing Leave High quality IT equipment Access to fleet vehicles About the role We are seeking a Senior Paediatric Speech Pathologist for a full‑time (or 0.8 FTE) position, working in a hybrid model that combines home, natural environments and offices in Berwick, Narre Warren, Cranbourne and/or Pakenham. Responsibilities Deliver evidence‑based intervention strategies, standardised assessments and parent training to improve communication and active participation in social and educational settings for children. Undertake face‑to‑face consultation and relationship building in natural environments, schools and kindergartens as well as our modern office facilities and therapy spaces. Liaise and collaborate with a transdisciplinary team to design and deliver comprehensive support plans. Provide key worker support and advice to families and children regarding speaking, listening, understanding language, fluency and social skills. Provide discipline‑specific assessment and intervention to children aged 0‑12 years and their families with a range of disabilities. To succeed in this role You are confident and enthusiastic with a ‘can‑do’ attitude. You are self‑motivated, able to work independently to meet set targets, and thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative, family‑focused environment. Technical Skills & Professional Experience You will have a tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, current registration with Speech Pathology Australia, and specialist knowledge and relevant demonstrated experience within a paediatric practice. Key Selection Criteria Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology and current and ongoing registration with Speech Pathology Australia. Minimum 3 years’ experience managing, supervising and leading staff. Minimum 5 years discipline‑specific clinical experience, with sound theoretical knowledge in paediatric practice 0‑12 to support strategies for developmental delay, autism and other presentations. Ability to meet service delivery requirements of 4 hours/day and provide a consumer‑focused, high‑quality and responsive service. Knowledge and experience to assess children from 0 to 9 with a variety of clinical and developmental needs. Knowledge and experience in the prescription of assistive technology. Willingness to obtain Medicare Provider Registration. Proficient in the use of ICT for service delivery (telehealth), case note documentation and online learning modules. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and support others to meet their KPIs. Build trusting working relationships with both children and families, and with the Early Intervention and Therapy Service team. Open to continuous quality improvement and ongoing learning as part of a high‑performing team. Willingness to promote inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible practices. Willingness to undertake relevant pre‑employment screening and checks – including NDIS worker screening check, Police Check, Pre‑Employment Medical and Working with Children’s check. Right to work in Australia (Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights). Contact us for any specific access adjustments or support during the recruitment process – Email: Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Windermere is committed to creating equitable environments for consumers and employees, building diverse and inclusive services and workspaces, and supporting a diverse workforce at all levels. We welcome applicants from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ communities and those living with disability to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr