Speech Pathologist (Lvl 4) - Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit - Temp PT
Requisition ID: REQ684464
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 24 hours per week, up until March 2027 -Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Remuneration: $66.36 - $67.97 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit, Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 30/08/2026
Contact: Leisa Elliott - Speech Pathologist, BIRU on Leisa.Elliott@health.nsw.gov.au or call on (02) 8738 5522
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Step Into Leadership at Liverpool Hospital – Speech Pathologist – Level 4 (Neurological Rehabilitation). Join Liverpool Hospital’s renowned Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (BIRU) and make a lasting impact on patient care and outcomes, clinical excellence, and team development.
- Lead with Purpose: As the Speech Pathology Senior in the community team, guiding the Level 1/2 clinician with your expertise in neurological rehabilitation.
- Shape the Future of Care: Play a pivotal role in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality therapy services to community clients with brain injuries.
- Grow as a Leader: Expand your leadership and management skills in a supportive, innovative environment.
- Drive Innovation: Lead quality improvement initiatives, contribute to service planning, and be a key voice in district-wide brain injury consultation.
Are You the Right Fit?
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician to step into a leadership role, influence service delivery, support staff development, and help drive exceptional outcomes for people living with a brain injury.
- Leading and supporting a Speech Pathologist in the community setting.
- Providing clinical supervision, mentoring, and guidance to a Level 1/2 staff member.
- Ensuring timely, person-centred care, including documentation for NDIS and iCare.
- Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services.
- Contributing to service planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Acting as a consultative resource for brain injury rehabilitation across the district.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in speech pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
- Extensive post graduate experience working in adult brain injury/neuro rehabilitation demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and skills in managements of adult neurological impairments including communication and swallowing difficulties.
- Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
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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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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