Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist – Student Support Services

About the role

The Department of Education is recruiting an experienced Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist to join the Student Support Services (SSS) team in the Hamilton office of Wimmera South West. The role is ongoing and part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days), with regular travel around the Hamilton and Portland area to support local schools, students and families. SSS is a multi-disciplinary team of allied health professionals working with schools across Victoria.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement individualised programs with teachers, parents/carers and professionals, tailored to each student's age, strengths and needs
• Document, monitor and report on student participation and progress, and make recommendations for future programming
• Speech Pathologist: assess students in communication, speech, language and social/behavioural areas; attend staff, therapy and case conference meetings; manage and maintain speech therapy resources
• Occupational Therapist: assess students in regulation, fine motor, self-care and social interaction; advise on special access equipment and physical barriers in the school

Required profile

• Occupational Therapist: graduate or post-graduate qualification, registration with AHPRA, Working with Children Check and current Australian driver's licence
• Speech Pathologist: graduate or post-graduate qualification, eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership, Working with Children Check and current Australian driver's licence
• Preferred applicants may need to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks

What we offer

• Competitive salary with salary packaging options and yearly progression
• Flexible and supportive employment conditions
• Structured supervision, mentoring and peer support
• Professional learning, statewide networks and career development
• Employee Assistance Program and access to an assessment and therapy resource library
• Fleet cars, subject to availability

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter responding to the key selection criteria in the position description. Applications close on 22 November 2026.