Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is a new, dedicated public youth mental health service and is the first of its kind in Australia. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team.

Senior Speech Pathologist – Neurodevelopmental Stream

Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS)

12 month Fixed-Term | Part-Time 0.6 EFT | 📍 Parkville

Use your skills to support young people with speech language and communication needs in a mental health setting, providing a range of assessments.

• Join Victoria’s newest Public Mental Health Service dedicated to youth
• 12 month Fixed-Term | Part-Time 0.6 EFT | Parkville based
• Salary Packaging | Wellbeing and EAP programs |

About Us:

Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges. 

PYMHWS is leading a bold and values-driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived experience. Our service model is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, and underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity, and continuous learning.

At PYMHWS, we are working with our community and partners to build in a future where all young people can access world-class mental health support, close to home. As we grow, we are looking for passionate, skilled, and visionary professionals to join us in shaping a new era of youth mental health in Victoria.  

The Opportunity:

The Senior Speech Pathologist will provide speech, language and communication assessments both independently and as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary Autism assessment process for young people. This is a key role in our team and builds capacity across the service in supporting young people with SCLN who access tertiary mental health.

Our service is made up of compassionate, curious, and committed people. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Senior Speech Pathologist to join our Neurodevelopmental team.

Experienced Grade 2 Speech Pathologists are welcome to apply.

Why Join PYMHWS?

• Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria
• Work alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values-led organisation
• Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax free earnings
• Flexible working arrangements including remote work options where possible
• Employee wellbeing focused, access to EAP
• Fitness Passport membership
• Flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About the Role:

The Senior Speech Pathologist is part of a supportive team providing a range of assessments (Autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental differences).

This is a crucial and highly valued role where the incumbent will continue to improve support for young people with speech language and communication needs (SCLN) who are accessing mental health care. You will provide specialist input in multidisciplinary assessments and support for young autistic people.  

What You'll Do:

• Conduct speech pathology assessments focused on language and social communication together with diagnosis of any developmental language disorder. 
• Produce high-quality reports with recommendations for managing clients’ Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) in a timely manner. 
• Provide specialist input in multidisciplinary assessments and support for young autistic people. 
• Consult and build capacity among clinicians within the multidisciplinary team and PYMHWS regarding SLCN in young people. 
• Deliver brief interventions for young people with SLCN and their families as required to enhance access to mental health care.. 

About You:

✔️ Approved Degree in Speech Pathology eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.

✔️ Experience in Speech Pathology theory and practice, focusing on SCLN of young people in mental health settings.

✔️ Skilled in working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental differences.

✔️ Strong communication skills to convey clinical observations, assessment outcomes, and recommendations.

✔️ Passionate about supporting young people with SCLN needs in all areas of their lives.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking to be part of something truly meaningful—we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Dr Catherine Cox, Neurodevelopmental Stream Lead, 03 9966 9100

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date.

To view the full Position Description, please click HERE

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

PYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.