Speech Therapists (Junior & Senior) – Subcontractor Roles – Up to $85/hr Flat Rate
Location: Melbourne (Western Suburbs & Surrounds) | Flexible Hours | Mobile or Telehealth

About Spectra Community Care Pty Ltd:

Spectra Community Care Pty Ltd is a registered NDIS provider proudly supporting participants across Melbourne for the past five years. Our team is known for delivering compassionate, culturally inclusive, and person-centred services that truly make a difference. We work closely with individuals and families from all backgrounds, removing language and cultural barriers so participants receive the care they deserve.

Over the years, we’ve built a strong reputation for being responsive, ethical, and outcomes-driven — always putting people before paperwork.

Why Join Us?

We are expanding and currently seeking:

Senior Speech Therapist (3+ years experience)

Junior Speech Therapists (1–2 years experience – New Graduates welcome)

Enjoy the freedom of subcontracting while working in a supportive team, with ready-to-start participants, flexible hours, and zero admin stress.

What We Offer:

Subcontractor roles – flat hourly rate (no commission or billable pressure)

Immediate participant referrals — no need to find your own clients

Flexible schedule — set your own hours

Choose mobile, in-home, or telehealth service delivery

No KPIs, no billing pressure

Support from a friendly admin and coordination team

No weekend work — work-life balance matters

Pay Structure:

Junior Therapists (1–2 yrs): $65/hr flat rate

Senior Therapists (3+ yrs): Up to $85/hr flat rate

All positions are subcontractor-based. Therapists are responsible for their own tax and super.

Responsibilities:

For All Therapists:

Assess and manage speech, language, fluency, and swallowing difficulties

Deliver therapy services to NDIS participants of all ages (mostly paediatric)

Develop individualised, evidence-based therapy plans

Maintain clear clinical documentation and reports

Communicate effectively with families and other professionals

Collaborate with our team to ensure excellent participant outcomes

Work primarily with children and adolescents aged 2–16 with minimal verbal communication, pragmatic language difficulties, literacy, or speech/language delays

Deliver evidence-based intervention and communicate progress with families and other stakeholders

Conduct quality assessments and write high-standard reports for monolingual and multicultural clients

Run group therapy programs (with company support)

Provide therapy in community settings such as schools and kindergartens

Liaise regularly with external providers and professionals involved in the participant’s care

Write NDIS progress and review reports

Monitor and document client outcomes

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Therapist:

Train and mentor new graduate therapists to ensure service quality and clinical growth

Supervise junior therapists and review their therapy reports and documentation

Make strategic support plans for junior therapists and guide them during their placements

Evaluate clinical effectiveness of therapy plans developed by juniors and provide constructive feedback

Help the company plan and deliver professional development courses and workshops for junior therapists

✅ Requirements:

Degree in Speech Pathology

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) – current membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

NDIS Worker Screening Check

National Police Check

ABN (must have)

Driver’s Licence + Car (for mobile visits)

Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

Why Subcontract with Spectra?

Contractor Perks:

Set your own hours

Manage your own caseload

Higher flat rate with no billable targets

Control over your taxes and business expenses

Why not go employee?

Fixed hours, lower flexibility

High caseloads and burnout risk

Less control, more admin work

Employer Questions:

Do you have the right to work in Australia?

Are you an Australian citizen, permanent resident?

Are you currently registered with Speech Pathology Australia as a CPSP?

Do you have AHPRA registration? (if applicable)

Do you have access to your own vehicle for mobile work?

Are you comfortable working independently and remotely?

Please list two to three dates and time ranges in your cover letter that you would be available for an interview.

Answer all question at the end of cover letter.

📩 Ready to Apply?

Submit your CV along with a cover letter to the email address below.

📧 Send your CV to: [email protected]
📞 Call: Seren– 0479 137 860
🌐 Visit us at: www.spectracommunitycare.com.