Speech Pathologist

Apply for the Speech Pathologist role at Samaritans Foundation . The Role Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Speech Pathologist looking to make a difference across a diverse caseload? We are seeking a Speech Pathologist to join our growing allied health team, supporting people of all ages to live with independence, dignity, and purpose. The position is available as full‑time and part‑time, and new graduate applications are welcome. You’ll have the opportunity to work flexibly across multiple areas of Newcastle Anglican Allied Health Services, or to specialise in one of the following fields: Schools – helping children and teenagers succeed in the classroom. Paediatrics – assisting children to develop speech, language, literacy and social communication skills. NDIS – providing person‑centred supports in their chosen natural environment. Community Aged Care – supporting older adults with communication and swallowing needs at home. Residential Aged Care Facilities – enhancing safety, dignity, and quality of life through therapy and mealtime management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a positive, dynamic environment that is well supported with clinical supervision, whole‑discipline, inter‑discipline supervision and support, mentorship and peer support, alongside encouragement for personal career development. The organisation emphasises a positive team culture and work‑life balance, and offers flexible working options, including the ability to work from home. Why Work for Us? $1,000 sign‑on bonus Fleet cars available for use or travel reimbursement Professional development support and study days 14 weeks paid maternity leave or 3 weeks paid parental pay, plus super contributions after 12 months Salary packaging on a range of everyday living expenses (mortgage, rent and bills), up to $611/fortnight Up to 40 % off school enrolment fees at any Newcastle Anglican schools Meals & entertainment salary packaging up to $2,650 Access to Fitness Passport (over 300 gyms) Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program Career and development opportunities Flexible work options Dynamic, positive work environment with mentorship available Opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team of multi‑disciplinary clinicians Essential Criteria Degree qualification(s) in Speech Pathology Current membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) Proven experience providing speech therapy for paediatrics in a range of settings, adults within NDIS or in an aged care environment Demonstrated experience prioritising workloads and managing clients with complex needs Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development, evidence‑based practice, and measuring clinical outcomes Ability to work collaboratively with the team and other service providers Knowledge of confidentiality principles and WHS responsibilities Valid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check, Police Check, First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain prior to commencement NSW driver’s licence Who We Are Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith‑based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. You must have the right to live and work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr