Senior Speech Pathologist – Pod Lead (Blacktown & Penrith Clinics)

Job title: Senior Speech Pathologist - Pod Lead

Working hours: Full time or Part time

Salary offer: $110K + super + bonus based on KPI incentives

Location: Between Blacktown and Penrith clilnics

About the company:

Navigating the NDIS can be complex—our client's mission is to make it simple. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality, client-centred services within a trusted and supportive community. By promoting independence, well-being, and personal growth, we help individuals thrive in a safe and empowering environment. Every service they provide is tailored to reflect the unique needs and aspirations of each participant.

About the role:

Are you a passionate and experienced Speech Pathologist ready to step into a leadership role? Join a dynamic and supportive Allied Health team of 40+ professionals, including a close-knit Speech Pathology team of 7. Our client is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist – Pod Lead to bring their expertise and mentorship skills to a growing, purpose-driven organisation. As a senior Speech Pathologist, you will:

• Provide clinical supervision, knowledge, and updates to clinicians on changes within occupational therapy.
• Provide regular support and engage in professional development for junior therapists.
• Assist in developing and delivering induction programs for new graduates.
• Exercise independent professional judgment in providing novel, complex, or critical clinical services to NDIS participants across various disabilities and ages.
• Work towards KPIs to effectively manage clinical and caseload targets.
• Complete a varied caseload managing a range of NDIS participants.
• Manage non-clinical tasks, including letters, reports, and phone calls, ensuring timely and professional completion.
• Travel within the Western Sydney region, operating independently to provide assessments and therapy.
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely service delivery in participants’ homes, schools, or clinics.
• Oversee and contribute to a dynamic, collaborative team, working towards shared goals.
• Provide high-level clinical decision-making and mentoring within the team.
• Build enduring relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as attending events as required.

Benefits:

• Sign on bonus - paid at completion of 6 month probation period
• Use of a company vehicle for community visits
• Therapy Care Group shares via Employee Share Option
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity for progression in a growing organisation for the right people
• Gift Card for your birthday
• Office locations in the heart of Blacktown or Penrith
• Free onsite parking at Blacktown/Free parking at Penrith with a short walking distance
• Employee assistance program including mental health support for you

Essential criteria:

• Passion and experience for working with people living with disability with high needs is a must.
• Able to follow procedure and ensure the clients’ personal preferences are adhered to.
• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology and SPA accreditation
• Genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with disabilities.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Confident communicator who can maintain professional boundaries with clients and their families.
• Knowledge of NDIS practice standards and funding model is desirable.
• 5+ years experience is highly desirable for Seniors

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