Job opportunity

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity
The Neurodevelopmental Disability Assessment Services (NDAS) is a statewide provider of diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability. As a Senior Speech Pathologist, you will responsible for undertaking diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrun Disorder (ASD). You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled diagnostic team, working alongside psychologists to complete assessments at Communities’ clinics or in the community, throughout both metropolitan and regional WA. We are looking for speech pathologists with a strong background in child development/language acquisition and experience and training in delivering robust and high quality ASD assessments. This position offers ongoing clinical supervision, a highly supportive team and opportunities for extensive travel within WA.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Marie-Therese Collingwood, Assessment Team Leader on 0466 496 412 or email marie-therese.collingwood@communities.wa.gov.au  

There is currently one fixed term position available for immediate filling for a period of 12 months.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Qualification Requirements
You must have a Tertiary degree qualification in Speech Pathology AND be eligible for a 'Practising Membership' with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current comprehensive resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) 2, 4 and 5 as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
5. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on 0478 264 755 or email hrrecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity

Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone 0478 264 75.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.