Residential Aged Care Speech Pathologist (Casual)

Brightwater Care Group Ltd.; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Flexible work arrangements

BrightwaterPlus discounts

MyFitnessPassport access

24/7 medical and mental health support

Employee referral scheme

Parental leave & return-to-work bonus

Job summary

Brightwater Care Group Ltd. is seeking a Speech Pathologist for our Residential Aged Care Allied Health Consultancy, north of the river. This casual role offers flexibility to complement our largest service line.

You will assess and plan individualized care, support mealtime management and communication strategies, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure client-centered outcomes. A valid WA driver’s license, NP clearance and NDIS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Registered Speech Pathologist with Speech Pathology Australia
• Experience in dysphagia and mealtime management
• Experience with cognitive impairment, brain injury, and dementia
• Current National Police Clearance
• NDIS Clearance
• WA driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care within an interdisciplinary team.
• Complete Brightwater documentation to required standards and ensure relevant care plans.
• Communicate goals and preferences with clients and representatives, and explain SP recommendations.
• Identify areas for improvement using a continuous quality improvement approach.

Skills

Speech pathology

Dysphagia management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication planning

NDIS clearance

Police clearance

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology / relevant degree

Job description

Brightwater Care Group Ltd. is seeking a Speech Pathologist for our Residential Aged Care Allied Health Consultancy, north of the river. This casual role offers flexibility to complement our largest service line.

You will assess and plan individualized care, support mealtime management and communication strategies, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure client-centered outcomes. A valid WA driver’s license, NP clearance and NDIS checks are required.