Posted: 04/09/2026
Closing Date: 09/10/2026
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Yeerongpilly
Job Category:
Therapy Services (Allied Health)
Job Description
Build your clinical career. Make a real impact.
Join Deaf Connect and develop specialist Speech Pathology skills supporting Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing children, adults and families.
Build your experience in paediatrics and early intervention , supporting children and families from diagnosis and throughout their therapy journey.
You'll be part of a growing multidisciplinary team, with genuine clinical support, investment in your development and the tools and resources you need to focus on great client outcomes.
Why Join Us:
Build specialist skills in paediatric Speech Pathology and early intervention
Generous professional development budget and tailored learning aligned to your career goals
Regular clinical supervision, case reviews and multidisciplinary training
Support and investment to learn Auslan, plus Deaf Awareness Training
Realistic and achievable KPIs focused on quality and sustainable workloads
KPI Incentive Program with bonus payments, additional PD funding and additional leave
Full admin support and Allied Health Assistants to support caseload management
Laptop, iPad, clinical assessments and resources provided
Work alongside experienced clinicians, Teachers of the Deaf and in-house Auslan interpreters
Clinical observation and shadowing as part of your onboarding
Opportunities to shape and grow our evolving therapy services
About the role:
As a Speech Language Pathologist within Therapy and Family Services, you'll deliver evidence-based assessment and intervention across early intervention, NDIS and school-based services.
You'll support children and families to achieve meaningful developmental, communication and participation outcomes, working flexibly across clinics, homes, schools, community settings and telepractice.
You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team spanning Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Counselling, Allied Health Assistants and Teachers of the Deaf.
What you'll do
Deliver Speech Pathology assessments and evidence-based intervention
Develop individualised, family-centred therapy plans
Support children and families across their early intervention and therapy journey
Manage your caseload, documentation and reporting
Collaborate with families, educators and multidisciplinary teams
Participate in clinical supervision, peer learning and case reviews
Contribute to service innovation and quality improvement
About you:
You'll have:
A Bachelor's Degree or recognised qualification in Speech Pathology
Certified Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia, or eligibility to obtain this.
A commitment to evidence-based and family-centred practice
Strong communication and organisational skills
A passion for paediatrics, learning and collaborative practice
Experience in paediatrics, early intervention, Deaf and hard of hearing services, Auslan or telepractice is valued—but not essential.
If you don't know Auslan, we'll support and invest in your learning.
About Us:
Deaf Connect is the largest, whole-of-life service provider and social impact organisation for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing Australians. We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.
Our organisational values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture, and language.
You'll also access salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, discounted gym memberships, free flu vaccinations and financial wellness support.
The successful applicant will be required to provide relevant worker screening checks and proof of working rights in Australia.
Ready to build specialist skills, grow your career and make a meaningful impact? We'd love to hear from you.
