Speech Pathologist, Melbourne

Speech Pathologist to Contractor Role Location: Melbourne Western suburbs and surrounding areas, Victoria Company: Gibelli Positive Pathways Work type: Contractor (ABN required) to Flexible and autonomous Gibelli Positive Pathways is a growing multi-disciplinary service operating nationally, with practitioners across VIC, NSW, SA, and WA. We believe disability support should feel human, respectful, and genuinely helpful. Our goal is simple: to help people build calm, confident, and connected lives through understanding, empathy, and practical strategies that actually work. We prioritize clinical integrity over caseload volume, ensuring our practitioners have the space to provide high-quality, neuro-affirming care. We are looking for a passionate Speech Pathologist to join our team as a contractor. You will provide mobile 1:1 support, conduct comprehensive communication and swallowing assessments, and implement evidence-based interventions that enhance functional communication and mealtime safety for NDIS participants. This role offers the ultimate flexibility to manage your own schedule and workload while delivering care in the environments where it matters most. Requirements: Registration: Current Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status with Speech Pathology Australia. Insurance: Evidence of current Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement). Compliance: NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check (WWCC). Logistics: Valid ABN, Australian driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle for mobile service delivery. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech Pathology. Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience working within the NDIS framework, specifically in community-based Speech Pathology. Clinical Competency: Proven experience conducting functional communication assessments and developing Mealtime Management Plans for participants with complex needs. Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, from initial intake through to clinical reporting and plan implementation. Why work with us: Autonomy: Complete control over your hours, locations, and total workload. Practitioner-Led Culture: Work within a team that values clinical quality and rights-based practice over high-volume targets. Meaningful Impact: Deliver support in the environments where it matters most—at home, school, and in the community.