At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Join us and make a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities, and grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious, and Courageous.
About The Role
Our CPA Dubbo site has an established and experienced team with a strong MDT approach and high-level clinical expertise. There is a strong team culture developed over many years, fostering teamwork and collaboration on site. This role offers tailored flexible working arrangements to suit you and your family situation.
In this role, you will work with a varied client caseload, with 75% of clients living with cerebral palsy or similar conditions. The majority of your caseload will be paediatric (0-18).
A typical week as a therapist at CPA involves spending approximately 70% of your time onsite at our Gipp Street centre in Dubbo, with the rest supporting client appointments in their homes, schools, or community settings. Most travel is within Dubbo, but we also support clients across the Orana region.
You will have access to comprehensive and adaptive clinical education and supervision, including onsite visits and virtual sessions. CPA also offers flexible work arrangements that can be negotiated.
Resources onsite include:
Technology and space for Telepractice services
Pool cars, ceiling hoists, eye-gaze technology, toys, assessments, switch kits
Mini-gym including Treadmill
Magic Carpet
Surface Pro and Tobi eye gaze camera (AAC)
Accent 800 (AAC)
What Can You Expect?
The opportunity to work independently and collaboratively, making informed decisions that shape care.
Extensive professional development, clinical support, and mentorship for career growth.
Joining a close-knit multidisciplinary team of experts in occupational therapy, speech pathology, and physiotherapy.
A caseload focused on paediatrics, providing a solid foundation of experience.
Your clinical experience and opinions will be valued and acted upon.
Opportunities to mentor and supervise new graduates and students.
Potential collaboration with research institutes and influence on evidence-based practices.
Why Choose CPA?
Enjoy flexible working hours, including compressed hours and part-time/full-time positions.
Professional development opportunities worth up to $20,000 annually—your growth is our priority.
Multiple career pathways including research, clinical governance, specialization, and management.
Supportive clinical supervision and close work with our Clinical Governance team.
If relocating, we offer a $5000 relocation allowance.
Save up to $2,650 annually on taxes with our meal, entertainment, and venue hire benefits.
Family benefits include discounted gym memberships.
Work-life balance perks include 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks partner leave.
Additional leave options include bonus, pre-purchased, compassionate leave, and CPA days (extra public holiday).
Career growth and training through our Training Alliance:
CPA salaries are up to $130,000 depending on experience, including a tax-effective package. Please discuss salary details with our recruitment team.
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications in Speech Pathology
Current SPA registration or willingness to attain it.
Don't miss this opportunity to join our leading team at CPA! Apply now and start a rewarding career with us.
For safety, this role requires medium physical functionality. For details, click here.
Please disclose any pre-existing injuries or illnesses that may affect your ability to perform the role. We support an inclusive environment and will consider reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance prioritizes safety and wellbeing. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, advocate for the rights and safety of people with disabilities, and are a child-safe organization adhering to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
Our workplace is smoke-free, including all sites and vehicles.
About Us
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a global leader in research, advocacy, intervention, and assistive technology for cerebral palsy. For over 75 years, we have worked towards a future where nothing is impossible for those living with cerebral palsy.
Our services include early childhood intervention, therapy, health and wellbeing, sports, assistive technology, independence skills, supported accommodation, and employment.
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📌 Speech Pathologist
🏢 Cerebral Palsy Alliance
📍 Dubbo