Speech Pathologist (Lvl 3) - ELVER Program - Temp FT
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until Feb.2026
Location: Liverpool Hospital Mental Health Service
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 3
Remuneration: $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per week
Requisition ID: REQ550124
Application Close Date: 09/02/2025
Interview Date Range: 12/02/2025 – 19/02/2025
Contact Details: Keady, Catherine – 0407 568 923 | Catherine.Keady@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity to join an innovative specialist service for children and young people living in Out of Home Care across NSW.
The Elver Program is a joint collaboration between SWSLHD and the Department of Communities and Justice and is an innovative dynamic specialist mental health service for children and young people living in Out of Home Care across NSW. The service is based in the DCJ ISS office at Parramatta.
We are looking for a passionate Level 3 speech pathologist to join our dynamic team with both willingness and capacity to work collaboratively to provide communication assessments and interventions that aim to improve the functional capacity of both the child/young person and the care system around them.
The position also requires the applicant to have skills in systemic care coordination, consultation and training. Opportunity for professional learning, development and supervision are provided. Some travel will be required.
If this program interests you, we encourage you to apply!
What You'll be Doing
The position is responsible for leading, guiding and managing the delivery of speech pathology services to mental health. As a specialist senior clinician the speech pathologist is responsible for overseeing and providing an efficient and effective service through the application of high level clinical expertise and knowledge in the management of patients who present with complex histories of significant abuse/neglect, mental health as well as developmental concerns and delays. In the role as a clinical specialist, the speech pathologist is also responsible for providing district-wide consultative services within their area of clinical expertise. They will also contribute to senior departmental duties including clinical supervision, leading of quality improvement activities, participation in service development and other administrative responsibilities as required.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
- Demonstrated experience supervising staff and/or students
- Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer literacy and time management.
- Demonstrated experience in providing consultation and education to colleagues and external parties that adheres to EBP principles.
- Extensive post graduate experience working in a clinical speciality demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and skills in speech pathology.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
