Speech Pathologist Level 3

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District

Reference number

REQ665051

Occupation

Speech Pathology

Work type

Part-Time

Location

Wollongong & The South Coast

Salary Information

$116892 - $120680

Closing date

10 June 2026 at 11:59pm

Help deliver outcomes that matter most to our Illawarra Shoalhaven community.

$58.95 - $60.86 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 20 hours per week until 10 January 2027 | Nowra Child and Family Health Service | REQ665051

| Applications close: 10 June 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

To provide high quality comprehensive speech pathology services to the patients, clients and carers of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, in order to promote optimal health outcomes for Aboriginal people.

This position is part of the Building Strong Foundations for Aboriginal Maternal Infant and Child Health (AMICH) service based in Nowra. The Level 3 Senior Clinician is required to coordinate and promote greater access to speech pathology services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children within the Shoalhaven region.

This clinician will have extensive experience in paediatric speech pathology and demonstrated experience in the provision of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers. This position requires high levels of clinical expertise and knowledge in paediatric speech and language development and disorders.

This position is responsible for the provision of a high quality, culturally responsive service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families. The position requires demonstrated advanced reasoning skills and the ability to operate autonomously with minimal direct clinical supervision.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

In the Shoalhaven, ISLHD operates three hospital sites: David Berry Hospital, Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and Milton Ulladulla Hospital.

There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
Tertiary degree in speech pathology (or equivalent) with eligibility for practicing membership of speech pathology Australia
Valid NSW Drivers Licence

This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 10 January 2027 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying?

Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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For role-related queries or help applying, contact Sarah Molyneux on ***email_hidden***

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.