Job Description

Speech Pathologist

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, families, and communities.

Galambila Aboriginal Health Service is seeking a passionate and experienced Speech Pathologist to join our dedicated Child and Family Health team.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a heart-led, multidisciplinary team committed to improving health, wellbeing, and developmental outcomes for some of our region's most vulnerable community members. Working alongside a dedicated team, you will play a critical role in supporting children and families to achieve their communication goals and reach their full potential.

At Galambila, we recognise that communication is fundamental to connection, education, wellbeing, and life opportunities. As our Speech Pathologist, you will have the opportunity to deliver meaningful, community-focused services while building strong relationships with children, families, schools, and partner agencies across the region.

About the Role

As a Speech Pathologist, you will assess, diagnose, and provide intervention for children and families experiencing communication, language, speech, and swallowing difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment to deliver holistic, culturally safe, and family-centred care. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and rewarding caseload while making a genuine impact on long-term outcomes for children and families within the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to support communication development and functional outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, schools, early childhood services, and community stakeholders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and coordinated care planning.
• Provide education, guidance, and support to families and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practice service delivery.
• Stay informed of contemporary research and developments within Speech Pathology practice.

About You

You are a compassionate and skilled clinician who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, families, and communities. You enjoy working collaboratively, building meaningful relationships, and delivering high-quality services that create lasting change.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• Current Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status or eligibility with Speech Pathology Australia
• Demonstrated clinical experience working with children and families
• Experience managing a range of communication and developmental presentations
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and intervention skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• A commitment to culturally safe, person-centred practice
• A passion for ongoing professional learning and development

Why Join Galambila?

• Be part of a highly experienced, supportive, and values-driven multidisciplinary team
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, families, and communities
• Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and respected
• Enjoy meaningful and rewarding work with strong community impact
• Access ongoing professional development opportunities
• Contribute to innovative, integrated models of care
• Work for an organisation committed to cultural safety, inclusion, and community-led outcomes.

If you are looking for a role where you can combine your clinical expertise with purpose-driven work that creates lasting change, we would love to hear from you.