Job Vacancies
We are looking to expand our team.
Connect Paediatric Therapy Services are looking to expand our team! If you are interested in any of the positions available or any other role, please forward your interest with your resume to hr@connectpts.com.au.
What We Offer
A dynamic team to support your growth within allied health and working with special needs children
Full administration support
Contractual hours as arranged
Professional Development Support
Flexible working arrangements for the right candidate whether that be school hours or part time
Positions Available
Mental Health Clinician – Team Lead
Senior Speech Pathologist – Team Lead
Occupational Therapist
Mental Health Clinician
Aboriginal Community Liaison
Psychologist
Speech Pathologist
Mental Health Clinician - Team Lead
Key Responsibilities
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Provides high quality specialised mental health services for children and adolescents.
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Conducts mental health assessment (including home and community based), intervention, management planning and evaluation
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Provides evidence based individual and group treatment interventions for clients with complex problems and their families.
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Provides guidance to the multidisciplinary team for risk assessment and safety planning, including for disclosures of risk and/or child safety concerns as necessary.
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Evaluates the effectiveness of the whole mental health service and therapy programs.
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Manages all mental health referrals through the multidisciplinary intake process and triage system.
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Engages in multidisciplinary discussions to ensure best practice and quality intervention planning.
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Contributes to the strategic planning, development and implementation and evaluation of an evidence-based, person-centred mental health service.
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Provides clinical supervision, facilitates performance management and mentors mental health team.
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Allocates workload and manages availability of human resources within the mental health team, including line management duties for payroll and staff entitlements.
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Participates in the development of policies and procedures, documentation and evaluation of mental health services.
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Assists with feedback and complaints management
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Provides support in incident and risk management in collaboration with the Clinical Services Manager.
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Maintains own calendar and client database.
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Maintains client information in accordance with organisational, professional and the National Disability Insurance Scheme requirements.
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Performs duties in line with the organisation’s and National Disability Insurance Scheme’s Codes of Conduct.
Employment Criteria
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Current C Class drivers’ licence
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Current Working with Children Check
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Ability to obtain NDIS Worker Screening Check
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Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance
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Completion of 100-point identification check
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Current membership with AHPRA and other relevant professional body as a Registered Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
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Registration with Medicare to provide services under the Better Health initiative
Senior Speech Pathologist - Team Lead
Clinical
• Assessment, diagnosis of children and young people presenting with communication and/or feeding disorders.
• Plans and provides high level speech pathology services to clients through individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home programs and school programs for children.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of therapy programs and services.
• Identifies and documents client goals, evaluate progress and plan re-evaluation.
• Consults with family, school and other relevant stakeholders regarding assessment, diagnosis and management, including for clients with complex needs.
• Provides clinical support and guidance to members of the Speech Pathology and multidisciplinary allied health team.
• Maintains own calendar and client database.
• Maintains client information in accordance with organisational, professional and the National Disability Insurance Scheme requirements.
• Develops, prepares and presents training for staff in relation to speech pathology interventions.
• Engages in continued professional development/education and ensures continued eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Participates in performance planning and performance reviews.
• Performs duties in accordance with organisational Policies and Procedures.
• Performs duties in line with the organisation’s, Speech Pathology Australia’s (SPA) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme’s Codes of Conduct.
• Performs duties in line with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (NDIS Act) and Disability Services Act (1993).
• Performs duties in accordance with relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Opportunity Legislation.
Employment Criteria
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Experienced in managing a general paediatric caseload preferred.
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Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology, and current registration with Speech Pathology Australia.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Passion for supporting and empowering families of children with special needs.
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Current Working with Children Check
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Ability to obtain NDIS Worker Screening Check
Occupational Therapist
About the Role
As an experienced Occupational Therapist at Connect PTS, you will provide comprehensive assessment and intervention to a paediatric caseload, supporting children and young people with occupational performance concerns. You will deliver services across individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home and school programs, working collaboratively within our wonderful multidisciplinary team.
What you’ll get
- Various flexible workplace arrangements
- Additional 1-week Northwest Leave after 12 months of service.
- Paid PD Leave – up to 3 days paid leave after probation.
- Rural Health West Scholarships available up to $10,000 per annum – on acceptance of applications and dependant on eligibility criteria.
- Loyalty Leave – 1-week additional leave (pro-rata) after 3 years’ service.
- Recruitment Referral bonus – up to $2K per referral
- Incentive Bonuses
- Realistic client service target hours
- Structured and regular wellness and social events
Your Responsibilities
- Assessment and intervention for children and young people presenting with occupational performance concerns.
- Plan and provide evidence based occupational therapy services to clients through individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home programs and school programs for children.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs and services.
- Identify and document client goals, evaluate progress and plan re-evaluation.
- Consult with family, school and other relevant stakeholders regarding assessment and intervention.
- Provide clinical support and guidance to members of the Occupational Therapy team and supervise students as required.
- Participate in multidisciplinary assessment and treatment programs.
- Initiate and participate in quality improvement in consultation with line manager to evaluate service delivery and meet customer needs.
- Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Employment Criteria
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
- Demonstrated experience in paediatric OT
- Passion for family-centred practice
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and WA Working with Children Check
- Current C or C-A Class driver’s licence
Mental Health Clinician
(12-month parental leave) with possibility of permanencyThe Role
As a mental health clinician, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, including developmental histories, and develop intervention plans. You’ll collaborate with key stakeholders (e.g., family, school, community) to create tailored mental health strategies for children. Ongoing professional development and supervision are supported as part of the organisation’s learning-focused culture.
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Provides high quality specialised mental health services for children and adolescents.
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Conducts mental health assessment (including home and community based), intervention, management planning and evaluation
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Provides evidence based individual and group treatment interventions for clients with complex problems and their families.
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Analyses client needs to provide individual, group and team interventions and the development of treatment programs using culturally appropriate and evidence-based practice.
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Implements safe and ethical evidence-based therapies.
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Engages in multidisciplinary discussions to ensure best practice and quality intervention planning.
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Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
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Participates in ongoing evaluation of clinical practice.
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Maintains own calendar and client database.
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Maintains client information in accordance with organisational, professional and the National Disability Insurance Scheme requirements.
Employment Criteria
- Current membership with AHPRA and other relevant professional body as a Registered Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
- Registration with Medicare to provide services under the Better Health initiative
- Self-motivated and adaptable to the needs of each client, as well as the team.
- Passionate about supporting and empowering families in regional WA.
- Knowledgeable of and committed to family centred practice.
- Able to provide quality written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
- Experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and independently.
- Excellent in time management and organisation.
Aboriginal Community Liaison
The Role
This important position builds bridges between Aboriginal families, communities and our allied health team. As the Aboriginal Community Liaison, you will walk alongside clients and clinicians to ensure services are culturally safe, respectful and responsive. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Build trusting relationships with Aboriginal families and communities
- Act as a cultural bridge between families and clinicians
- Support Aboriginal clients to understand and access the NDIS
- Co-design culturally safe programs and resources
- Provide cultural advice and support to clinicians
- Help coordinate and participate in community events such as NAIDOC and Reconciliation Week
- Contribute to service development, policy and reflective practice
Employment Criteria
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Are passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal children and families
- Have experience working in community, family or health settings
- Are confident engaging with stakeholders across government, non-government, and community groups
- Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Understand the importance of cultural safety in healthcare and disability services
- Are organised, compassionate, and community-minded
Desirable experience includes: Demonstrated understanding of the NDIS and lived experience in workforce counselling or supporting families in crisis, particularly within Aboriginal communities.
Psychologist
The Role
- As a Psychologist within our team, you will provide assessments and intervention to our paediatric clients with a wide range of developmental conditions and special needs including autism.
- You will be based in our Karratha clinic and be required to work from the practice, be involved with schools where required and attend home visits.
- The role is for a full time, permanent position. Flexibility in hours to suit parents or those working around rosters.
Employment Criteria
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Proven track record managing a general paediatric and/or adult caseload
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Preferred 2 years experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Delays
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Current membership with APS, Working with Children Check and Police Clearance
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Patient, self-motivated and adaptable to the needs of each client
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Passion for supporting and empowering families of children with special needs
Speech Pathologist
About the Role
As a Speech Pathologist at Connect PTS, you will assess, diagnose and manage communication and feeding disorders in children and young people. You will deliver services across individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home and school programs, working collaboratively within our wonderful multidisciplinary team.
What you’ll get
- Various flexible workplace arrangements
- Additional 1-week Northwest Leave after 12 months of service.
- Paid PD Leave – up to 3 days paid leave after probation.
- Rural Health West Scholarships available up to $10,000 per annum – on acceptance of applications and dependant on eligibility criteria.
- Loyalty Leave – 1-week additional leave (pro-rata) after 3 years’ service.
- Recruitment Referral bonus – up to $2K per referral
- Incentive Bonuses
- Realistic client service target hours
- Structured and regular wellness and social events
Your Responsibilities
- Assess and diagnose children presenting with communication and/or feeding disorders.
- Plan and provide evidence based speech pathology services to clients through individual therapy, group therapy, telehealth, home programs & school programs for children.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs and services.
- Identify and document client goals, evaluate progress and plan re-evaluation.
- Consult with family, school and other relevant stakeholders regarding assessment, diagnosis and management.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment programs.
- Initiate and participate in quality improvement in consultation with line manager to evaluate service delivery and meet customer needs.
Employment Criteria
- Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
- Eligible for full membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
- Passion for family-centred practice
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check
Work With Us
If you are interested in any of the positions available, please email your interest with your resume.
Connect with us
Therapy Services
Families can access our services privately (with private health rebates and Medicare benefits) and through the National Disability Insurance Scheme.