At Brightwater, we welcome people with the full diversity of life experiences, thoughts and beliefs. We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration and innovation where our clients and staff can flourish.

If you are a qualified Speech Pathologist with a passion to work in disability service and share our values of care, learning, innovation and people – we would love to hear from you!

We are currently seeking a dynamic Speech Pathologist to join our amazing Allied Health team, working across our North and Central Perth region, on a permanent full-time basis. Part time will also be considered. You will be working in a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Brightwater can offer you:

• The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay by approximately $10,000 each year
• Flexible work options and flexible hours
• Professional development opportunities, both internally and externally
• A highly resourceful clinical and support team to work with
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers
• Private health benefits and discounts 

About you and what you will need:

• Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
• Demonstrated competency as a Speech Pathologist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care
• Strong person-centred skills in communicating and engaging with clients with high support needs including cognitive impairment, brain injury, and dementia
• Working knowledge of occupational safety and
  health legislation; and where relevant, the Aged Care Act (1997); and/or Disability Services Commission Standards (1988)
• Evidence of Flu vaccination
• First Aid Certificate (less than 3 years old)
• Possess WA Drivers Licence 
• Current satisfactory National Police Certificate (obtained within the last 12 months)

 About you and what you will need:

• Be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (or upcoming registration upon graduation)
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Deliver a strong clinical assessment service
• Prescribe and maintain supportive equipment, technology, and seating
• Lead the services therapy assistants, providing support to deliver person-centred therapy programs 
• Have a satisfactory National Police Clearance that is less than one year old
• Evidence of Flu vaccination
• Possess WA Drivers Licence 
• First Aid certificate (less than 3 years old)

About Brightwater

With a track record that dates back to 1901, care is at our core.  We stand beside our clients during times of personal change, using experience and understanding to be the support they need. We’re ready for the complexities that come with ageing and disability, including dementia, Huntington’s disease, and acquired brain injury.

Applications should be submitted through Brightwater’s online portal by COB Sunday, 4 January 2026, however, Brightwater reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

For confidential enquiries regarding the role please contact Zach Ooi, Talent Acquisition Specialist – 0429 088 113 [email protected]

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