Speech Pathologist – Unique Therapeutic Horticulture Setting

Are you seeking a fulfilling Speech Pathology opportunity outside the traditional clinic setting? This role offers incredible flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to work in a therapeutic horticulture environment that supports adults through nature-based programs.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Unique Environment: Work in a not-for-profit setting that harnesses the healing power of nature. Instead of a typical clinic, you’ll deliver therapy in a horticultural environment, using outdoor activities and garden maintenance to promote wellbeing, reduce isolation, and enhance mental health.
• Tailored Caseload: Focus exclusively on working with adults in a therapeutic horticulture setting, supporting social engagement and life skills development.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a multidisciplinary team that includes occupational therapists, art therapists, and counsellors, collaborating to provide holistic support.
• Professional Development: Access regular supervision, mentorship, and a $2,000 professional development allowance to further your expertise.
• Flexible Work Options: Choose your preferred workdays, with options to work part-time (3 days per week) or full time
• Salary packaging: enjoy additional remuneration benefits from working at a non for profit.

About the Role

This is not a typical Speech Pathology role—you’ll be working in an immersive, outdoor setting, delivering therapy through nature-based programs. Your role will involve:

• Providing one-to-one speech pathology sessions tailored to individual participant needs.
• Supporting the broader therapeutic horticulture program by implementing communication strategies that help participants engage meaningfully in activities.
• Training and mentoring staff to enhance communication support across programs.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including occupational therapists, art therapists, and counsellors.

You’ll work with adults only, supporting participants funded through NDIS, private funding, and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Programs design to help participants develop essential life skills in a supportive, outdoor community setting.

Key Benefits

• Growth & Mentorship: Work alongside experienced professionals in a unique therapy setting.
• Work-Life Balance: Part-time and flexible work arrangements available.
• Diverse Role: A mix of direct therapy, program support, and staff development.
• Impactful Work: Support participants in building independence, communication skills, and social connections through an innovative, nature-based approach.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• SPA membership
• Unrestricted Australian Working Rights

How to Apply

Apply today by sending your resume to Liam at [email protected]. Have questions about this role or want to learn more about other opportunities? Call Liam directly at 0404 498 021.