Speech Therapist

Our Purpose

To support children, young people, and their families to build skills and capacity, address the impacts of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, and develop the capabilities to be their best selves.

Our Vision

A future where Western Australia is the safest place in the world — where all children, young people, and families feel safe to dream, thrive, and reach their fullest potential.

About the Role

Join the new Parkerville Allied Health Services as a Speech Therapist, where you'll deliver evidence-based support to children and young people (0–18) impacted by trauma, mental health challenges and developmental needs. This is a unique opportunity to expand your impact beyond disability and grow your expertise in the mental health space.

This new, purpose-driven service has been created to remove barriers to care, including long waitlists, a shortage of specialist providers, and limited flexibility in service delivery. As an early team member, you'll bring your expertise while helping shape a culture of support, collaboration, and learning

If this sounds like you then please apply, we want to hear from you

What We're Looking For

We are now seeking a passionate and committed professional to join our team who has:

• Recognised tertiary university qualifications in Speech Pathology and a current Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia (CPSP), meeting the professional standards for ongoing practice in Australia.

• Minimum 2 years' experience delivering speech therapy to children and youth (0-18), including assessment, intervention, and therapy across clinic, community, and school-based settings.

• Experience developing individualised therapy plans that are strengths-based, engaging, and evidence informed and include goal setting and report writing (NDIS & private).

• Experience working with children who have experienced complex trauma.

• Strong collaboration skills with families, educators, and professionals; experience delivering face-to-face and telehealth services, school screenings, and workshops.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to changing clinical demands.

• Flexibility and be responsive to client needs, including working varied hours and covering service demands as required.

This is your chance to make an impact by:

• Working within a dedicated allied health team that specialises in trauma-informed care for children and young people in out-of-home care. You'll collaborate to identify and address developmental, social, and communication needs - carefully distinguishing between trauma-related challenges and speech-language delays

• Delivering individualised, evidence-informed interventions in both one-on-one and group settings, tailored to overcome participation barriers and support meaningful engagement.

Why Join Us?

This part-time, permanent role (0.4 FTE / 15.2 hours per week – with future possibility of FTE increase as the demand for speech therapy services grow) is based at our Midland location. Be part of shaping a new, innovative service from the ground up, while working alongside passionate colleagues who genuinely value your expertise. You will play a key role in providing consultation to the broader allied health team - sharing your insights to support trauma-informed care and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration. For those interested, there is also the opportunity to deliver protective behaviours training, contributing to the safety, empowerment, and wellbeing of the children and families we support.

Support and Culture

Professional development that empowers you: We provide regular paid external CPD opportunities to ensure you have access to high-quality learning, skill-building, and reflective practice - supporting your certification and career growth.

Multidisciplinary peer mentoring: As part of a small, close-knit team, you'll benefit from deep cross-disciplinary learning with colleagues in allied health, including psychology.

A culture of safety and respect: Psychological safety is a priority – we value open communication, collaboration, and a workplace where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic self.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration: Health Professionals and Support Service Award (HPSS) Level 4.2 $56.61 per hour | $113,755 per annum (pro rata)
• Salary Packaging of up to $15,900
• Ongoing Learning and Development
• Wellbeing resources: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support.
• Inclusive workplace: A culture where diversity is celebrated, and staff feel safe, supported, and valued.

Parkerville Children and Youth Care have a zero tolerance to alcohol and drugs.

It is essential that all applicants meet the above criteria and are permitted to work and remain in Australia with no limitations.

We hope to hear from you by 4:00pm, Tuesday 30th September 2025. Applications will be assessed on a regular basis, and we may not wait until the closing date before you hear from us. We reserve the right to close the position earlier.

Parkerville Children and Youth Care Inc. complies with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

At Parkerville CYC, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We welcome applications from people of all genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions, and cultural backgrounds.

We are especially committed to increasing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and strongly encourage you to apply.

Please be advised only successful candidates will be contacted to move to the next stage of the recruitment process.