Speech Pathologist (Paediatric) – NDIS Provider, Flexible Work

About the Company

Coastal Kids Allied Health is a leading paediatric NDIS provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, family-centered therapy services to children and their families across Townsville and surrounding regions. We believe in creating a supportive, collaborative, and fun environment for both our clients and our team. Our mission is to empower children to achieve their full potential through evidence-based practice and compassionate care, working closely with families to implement effective strategies in everyday life.

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech Pathologist to join our growing paediatric team. This role is perfect for a clinician eager to make a significant impact on the lives of children with developmental delays and disabilities within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) framework. You will manage your own caseload, providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions in a variety of settings, including our clinic, homes, schools, and via telehealth. We champion a flexible work model, offering a blend of on-site client interactions and the ability to manage administrative tasks remotely, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while meeting client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric speech pathology assessments to identify communication strengths and challenges.
• Develop and implement individualized, goal-oriented therapy plans in collaboration with children, families, and carers.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions for a range of communication difficulties, including speech, language, fluency, voice, and social communication.
• Offer support and education to families and caregivers, empowering them to facilitate their child's communication development.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of allied health professionals (Occupational Therapists, Psychologists) to ensure holistic client care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant client records and NDIS reporting.
• Participate in regular team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Manage and schedule your caseload efficiently, adapting to the flexible work arrangements offered by the clinic.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech Pathology from a recognised university.
• Current unconditional registration with Speech Pathology Australia (CPSP status).
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families in a paediatric setting (minimum 1 year post-graduation).
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) framework and reporting requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as an effective member of a team.
• Current driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for client travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a private practice or NDIS specific setting.
• Postgraduate training or specialisation in specific paediatric areas (e.g., feeding difficulties, Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), early intervention).
• Proficiency in using clinical management software.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary plus superannuation.
• Generous professional development allowance and dedicated leave for external training.
• Regular clinical supervision, mentoring, and peer support from experienced clinicians.
• Flexible work arrangements including blended on-site and remote work options.
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Access to a comprehensive library of assessment tools and therapy resources.
• Opportunity for career growth and specialisation within paediatric speech pathology.
• Work-life balance initiatives.

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