Speech Pathologist 1

Relocation to Regional Australia

About the role

As a Speech Pathologist at Central Gippsland Health Service (CGHS), you will provide services to children aged 0–6 years through our Early Childhood Intervention services. You'll be supported by experienced paediatric Speech Pathologists and Allied Health Assistants and will have the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of clinical settings.

Key responsibilities

• Assessment and intervention for children aged 0–6 years
• Individual and group therapy
• Clinic-based appointments and home visits
• Supporting families and educators to build their confidence and capacity
• Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for children and families

About you

• A recognised Speech Pathology qualification
• Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• A current Victorian Driver's Licence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good time management and computer skills
• Experience working with children and families is desirable
• A genuine interest in childhood development and early intervention
• Enthusiastic, compassionate and enjoys working collaboratively with children, families and other professionals

About us

Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services across Wellington Shire. Based in Sale, just 215 km east of Melbourne, CGH offers an excellent opportunity to build your career while enjoying everything Gippsland has to offer.

CGH provides integrated health services across Sale, Maffra and Heyfield, including acute care, emergency services, critical care, neonatal care, operating theatres, oncology, dialysis, rehabilitation, aged care and community services. Our multidisciplinary Allied Health team includes physiotherapy, dietetics, occupational therapy, speech pathology and social work, working together to support the health and wellbeing of our community.

CGH is also a leading teaching hospital, affiliated with Monash University's School of Rural Health, providing opportunities for students to gain valuable clinical experience.

Benefits

• Meaningful and rewarding work supporting children aged 0–6 years and their families
• Experienced and supportive team who are committed to helping you develop your clinical skills and confidence
• Varied work environment, including clinic-based services and home visits
• Opportunities to provide individual and group therapy, as well as capacity-building support for families and educators
• Work alongside a broad multidisciplinary Allied Health team
• Access to experienced paediatric Speech Pathologists and Allied Health Assistants
• Salary packaging to help increase your take-home pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• A workplace committed to continuous improvement, learning and professional development
• Student Grant Program applicants for 2027 will be open for submission shortly