Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist (Graduate Program)

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Kick start you career in with our Allied Health Graduate Program

• Work across our various Interprofessional Primary Health programs in your first 12 months 
• Build your experience with an organisation that supports your development and offers a role where no two clients are the same

• Total Remuneration Package of $88,793 per annum including superannuation and the estimated benefit of full optional salary packaging, depending on qualifications and experience.

Latrobe Community Health Service has introduced a graduate program, supporting graduates  to make the transition from student to confident health professional

The 12 month program provides graduates an opportunity to move across multiple allied health programs within the organisation, to help you identify where you feel you fit as you continue your career At Latrobe Community Health Service we’re committed to ensuring that our graduates receive the support and tools they need to become confident, reflective and effective interdisciplinary clinicians.

As part of the Graduate Program you will have access to:

• Comprehensive onboarding
• On site supervision with access to a senior clinician every day
• Interprofessional CPD opportunities within your first year
• Upwards of 12 hours of interprofessional education within your first year
• Minimum of 10 days interprofessional exposure to alternative programs within LCHS
• 1:1 mentoring with clinical leads
• Career Progression opportunities

As a Speech Pathologist in:

IPHS Metro  you will work closely with clients and their families to create both; personalised programs and group work. The role involves mostly centre-based work, including the assessment, diagnosis, development and management of paediatric clients in partnership with their families, carers and other service providers.

Paediatric and Youth Hub  you will work across the community going into kindergartens and Schools to work with educators and families, helping children get the most out of their early education, by focussing on communication and wellbeing.

What do our staff say about LCHS?

• “I choose to work for LCHS because the team was very supportive when I started as a new graduate and now I have the opportunity to be that mentor as others commence their careers in health.” Alyssa, Occupational Therapist
• “I choose to work at LCHS because I enjoy working with like-minded people who all go above and beyond for their clients. I enjoy that no one day is the same and I get exposure to a range of clients with different needs.” Gillian, Dietician 
• “I choose to work for LCHS as I wanted to gain experience as a new grad (grade 1) in a regional setting. LCHS has provided the opportunity to see a range of diverse clients and be really hands on to learn a wide branch of community OT that I might not have had exposure to if I worked in a metropolitan setting.” Kerry, Occupational Therapist

To be successful, you will require;

• A Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology
• Eligible for Speech Pathology Australia membership
• A Working with Children Check 

LCHS will offer the following relocation package for the suitable applicant: 

Interstate applicants: 

• Up to 4 weeks accommodation;
• $500 relocation;
• Negotiated after hours car use for a period of 4 weeks.

International applicants:

• Up to 4 weeks accommodation;
• $1500 relocation;
• Negotiated after hours car use for a period of 4 weeks.

To apply, submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to apply for our Graduate Program.

For recruitment related enquiries, please our recruitment team via email at

At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, click the Apply Now button.

Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email 

Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is committed to promoting the safety and well-being of all children and young people accessing our services. Child Safety | Latrobe Community Health Service (lchs.com.au)

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