Senior Speech Pathologist

Lead. Inspire. Transform Lives. - Join Scope as a Senior Speech Pathologist and make every word count.

Your Role

As a Senior Speech Pathologist based in Newton VIC, you’ll provide expert clinical leadership and deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy services.

Your focus will include dysphagia management, clinic-based service development, and supporting adolescents and adults with disabilities to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced Speech Pathology interventions in swallowing and communication.
• Drive innovation in clinic-based service models.
• Provide specialist consultation for complex cases.
• Mentor junior therapists and supervise students.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Speech Pathology.
• Membership eligibility with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Expertise in dysphagia and mealtime management.
• Experience in evidence-based interventions for communication and swallowing.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Purpose-driven work: Make a lasting positive impact for people with disability.
• Collaborative culture: Work with a passionate, multidisciplinary team.
• Career growth: Lead clinical practice, mentor others, and innovate service delivery.
• Great benefits such as:

Competitive salary + salary packaging up to $15,900 annually Additional meals & entertainment allowance Free onsite parking Flexible work options

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us shape a world where people with disability can belong and thrive.

About Scope

At Scope, we create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability service provider, we deliver therapy, supported living, employment support, and more across Victoria and NSW. Our values drive everything we do: celebrating people, excelling together, and acting bravely.

Scope (Aust) is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – We commit to respond to every applicant.

Please direct enquiries to Danilo Mangiameli on M: 0447450550 E: dmangiameli@scopeaust.org.au

If at any time you require us to adjust our recruitment process to meet your individual needs, please email careers@scopeaust.org.au [careers@scopeaust.org.au]