Speech Pathologist at Cerebral Palsy Alliance

Newcastle-Maitland, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Pathology, Clinical Support, Mentorship, Collaboration, Paediatrics, Person-Centred Services, Therapy Programs, Complex Needs Support

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Location Croudace Bay, NSW, Australia Graduate Speech Pathologist Full time, Permanent At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us and make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, and to grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous. Join Our Dynamic Therapy Team at Croudace Bay! Our Croudace Bay site is home to a passionate and highly experienced multidisciplinary team, working in a well-resourced therapy centre that supports clients across the lifespan. We pride ourselves on delivering specialised, person-centred services in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our centre offers a range of unique clinical services, including: A weekly Early Diagnosis Clinic Custom Wheelchair Seating Clinic On-site casting services Group therapy programs focused on: bimanual therapy, goal-directed therapy, powered mobility, bike riding, early intervention We also run school holiday programs, lifestyles, and community engagement initiatives, creating a vibrant, client-focused atmosphere that extends beyond the therapy room. We work closely with our on-site CPA group homes, providing integrated therapy services to residents and ensuring continuity of care in a familiar environment. This collaboration allows for meaningful, consistent support tailored to each individual’s needs. The Croudace Bay team is known for its strong workplace culture — supportive, social, and deeply connected. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, celebrates wins, and works together to overcome challenges. Among our team are three long-standing staff members with over 40 years of combined experience at CPA, particularly in supporting clients with complex needs. We’re proud of our reputation for excellence in complex disability support and our commitment to mentoring and professional development. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or early in your career, you’ll find a nurturing environment where you can grow and thrive. What Can You Expect? The chance to work independently and collaboratively, allowing you to make informed decisions that shape the care provided. Extensive professional development, clinical support, and mentorship to enhance your career growth. Joining a close-knit and experienced multidisciplinary team, working alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, and Physiotherapists who are experts in their respective fields. A mixed caseload with a strong focus on paediatrics that will establish a solid foundation of experience. Not just being heard but being valued—your clinical experience and opinion will be truly appreciated, and action will be taken. The opportunity to mentor and supervise new graduates and students, if you wish. The possibility of collaborating with research institutes and influencing evidence-based practices. Why Choose CPA? Enjoy flexibility in working hours, compressed hours and the option for both part-time and full-time positions. Exceptional professional development opportunities, equating up to $20,000 a year—your growth is our priority. Find your career path with multiple opportunities for growth, including Research, Clinical Governance, Specialisation and Management opportunities. Benefit from detailed clinical supervision and work closely with our Clinical Governance team—we're invested in your success. If you're moving for this role, we offer a relocation allowance of $5000 Save up to $2,650 per year on taxes through our meal, entertainment, and venue hire benefit. Give your family the gift of fitness with our discounted gym/fitness center memberships. Enjoy a work-life balance with 12 weeks of paid parental leave and 2 weeks of paid partner leave. Additional leave days, including bonus leave, pre-purchased leave, compassionate leave, and CPA day, an extra public holiday (between Boxing Day and New Year's Day). Outstanding career growth opportunities and world-class training through our in-house Training Alliance and registered training organization https://trainingalliance.edu.au/ CPA Clinical salaries are up to $130,000 equivalent package depending on experience level. A CPA salary includes also have a tax three packaged amount. For more information on this please discuss with our recruitment team. What We're Looking For: Relevant qualifications in speech pathology Evidence of current SPA registration or a willingness to attain it. A current driver's license. Ready to Join Us? To apply, simply select 'Apply' and complete your application. Alternatively, feel free to email rachel.jennings@cerebralpalsy.org.au for more information. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of our world-leading team at CPA! Apply now and embark on a rewarding career journey with us! Find out more at CPA’s Allied Health page - https://cerebralpalsy.org.au/work-with-us/join-cerebral-palsy-alliances-allied-health-team/ Important information: At CPA the safety of our staff and clients is of paramount importance. We have assessed this role type as requiring a medium level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please click here. Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements of this role. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and engaging workers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support candidates throughout the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe employees of CPA. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct. CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy research, advocacy, intervention and assistive technology innovation. For over 75 years, we have been driven by our founders’ vision of a future where nothing is impossible for babies, children, teenagers and adults living with Cerebral Palsy. Our research and innovation inform our world-class services, which include early childhood intervention, therapy, health and wellbeing, sports, assistive technology, independence skill building, supported accommodation and employment services. Find out more at cerebralpalsy.org.au

Responsibilities

The Speech Pathologist will work independently and collaboratively to provide specialized, person-centered services to clients with disabilities. They will also have the opportunity to mentor and supervise new graduates and students.