At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team of Speech Pathologists to make a real impact.
- Company: Join Ability Action Australia, a leading NDIS provider with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, professional development, and industry-leading salary.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and support.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the community while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 years as a Speech Pathologist with leadership potential.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Ability Action Australia is one of the largest providers to the NDIS, with a multi-disciplinary team approach, tailored to the needs and goals of our participants and their families.
Lead, mentor and make a lasting impact as a Speech Pathologist Team Leader. We're looking for an experienced Speech Pathologist who is passionate about supporting both participants and clinicians to achieve their full potential. This role offers the opportunity to mentor and develop team members, share your clinical expertise, and contribute to the ongoing growth of a supportive and collaborative team. Whether you're an established leader or an experienced clinician ready to transition into management, we encourage you to apply. Bring your passion for leadership, commitment to quality care, and desire to make a difference in your community.
ABOUT US: We're a national therapy services provider helping NDIS participants, kids, teens and adults live their best everyday lives. We're supportive, very passionate, and big believers in:
- 1:1 Weekly supervision that actually happens
- Growth without burnout
- Teams who lift each other up
Our clinicians love working with us because we combine structure + freedom, support + independence, and professionalism + fun.
Responsibilities will include:
- Manage an allocated caseload and complete therapeutic services in a timely manner
- Deliver much needed Speech Pathology services to participants within schools, homes and the local community
- Use clinical observations, standardised assessments and interpret findings to formulate treatment goals unique to each participant
- Provide therapeutic interventions that are evidence-based and help participants get more out of life
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Support graduate and early career Speech Pathologists through clinical supervision, mentoring, and professional development
- Build a collaborative and supportive environment to help team members achieve high-quality clinical outcomes
- Support clinicians with scheduling, referral allocation, and workflow optimisation
- Maintain awareness of current NDIS legislation to ensure compliance
What we offer you:
- Flexibility – PPT or full-time options
- Benefits – Professional Development allowance, staff referral scheme, Fitness Passport, option to purchase additional leave... just to name a few!
- Excellent remuneration – Industry leading salary + annual car allowance + laptop + smartphone + Performance with Purpose Reward and Recognition Program + salary packaging options
- Work-life balance – Combine the convenience of working from home with the social interaction of working in the community and support of office and clinic hours.
- Career progression – Access to ongoing training tailored to your interests and long-term goals combined with professional development opportunities with Ability Action Australia and our parent company MedHealth
- Passionate and uplifting culture – You will be part of a purpose and values driven team focused on delivering outstanding service to NDIS participants.
Qualifications: To be considered suitable you will have:
- Current registration SPA registration as a Speech Pathologist
- Experience as a Speech Pathologist beyond graduation (3 years minimum)
- Ability to demonstrate leadership capability to meet key responsibilities
- Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a varied caseload
- Proactive attitude, motivated by improvement and the opportunity to test and learn from new ideas
- Desire to mentor graduates and early career clinicians
- Looking for a fun, collaborative and supportive work environment
- Genuine passion for working in the disability sector
Additional Information: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.
Speech Pathologist- Team Leader in City of Cockburn employer: Ability Action Australia
At Ability Action Australia, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the NDIS sector, offering flexible hours and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working alongside a diverse and passionate group of professionals. With tailored training and mentorship, we empower our Speech Pathologists to thrive in their careers while delivering essential services to those in need.
