Speech Pathologist Team Leader / Senior | Down South Therapy | School-Based & Community
A place where you can do meaningful work and feel supported doing it
Job Description
About the role
As a Speech Pathologist Team Leader or Senior Clinician at Down South Therapy, you will support children, adolescents, and adults to develop communication skills that are meaningful in their everyday lives, while also playing a key role in supporting and guiding other clinicians within the team.
You will work across a mix of environments, including our Vasse clinic, local schools, and community settings.
In addition to your clinical role, you will have the opportunity to mentor and support a small group of therapists or contribute as a senior clinician within the team, depending on your level of experience and interest.
This role also provides the opportunity to contribute to shaping the speech pathology service within our multidisciplinary team, including supporting clinical consistency, contributing to team development, and helping to guide service direction over time.
Your role will include:
- Delivering both individual and group therapy
- Working collaboratively with families, educators, and other professionals
- Developing and implementing individualized, functional therapy plans
- Contributing to a transdisciplinary team approach
- Providing supervision, mentoring, or clinical support to other therapists
- Contributing to team learning, service development, and clinical initiatives
We structure caseloads and schedules intentionally, including location-based planning, to reduce travel demands and support a sustainable pace of work.
There is flexibility to shape your caseload and leadership contribution in line with your strengths and areas of interest.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we're looking for:
- Takes a thoughtful, client and family‐centred approach
- Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a team
- Communicates clearly and builds strong, respectful relationships
- Is organised and able to manage a varied caseload
- Has experience supporting, mentoring, or guiding others (or is ready to step into this space)
- Is open to contributing to team development and shaping clinical practice
What you'll need:
- Relevant qualification in Speech Pathology
- Working With Children Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- National Police Check
- Valid driver's licence
Remuneration and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package designed to support both your professional growth and wellbeing, including:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- $13,000 vehicle allowance
- 5 weeks annual leave, with option to purchase additional leave
- 2 days paid wellness leave
- Laptop and phone
- Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
Caseload expectations are set at a realistic and achievable level, with time allocated for billable administration.
Speech Pathologist Team Leader employer: Down South Therapy
At Down South Therapy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our Rockingham location offers a unique blend of community engagement and professional development opportunities, ensuring that our Occupational Therapists can thrive both personally and professionally. With industry-leading benefits, flexible scheduling, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we are dedicated to helping you make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients while fostering your growth within the team.
