Senior Speech & Language Therapist -Adult Services

Role Purpose
To provide a person-centered, evidence-based speech and language therapy service to Service Users with our client. This incorporates the provision of Feeding, Eating, Drinking and Swallowing (FEDS) management and the provision of supports for Service Users’ communication skills, using a variety of approaches. The post holder will work in conjunction with members of the multidisciplinary team work to enhance the quality of life of the Service Users in our clients care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a quality speech & language therapy service through assessment, diagnosis and management of communication and FEDS difficulties for Service Users.
• Monitor, audit and evaluate communication and FEDS care plans and interventions.
• Contribute to current departmental quality improvement work that may include, project work, research, evaluation, audit, service development and evaluation of resources.
• Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure integrated care for the Service User.
• Represent the department / profession / team at meetings and conferences as designated by the SLT Manager.
• Consult with service users and their families/key workers regarding assessment, treatment and education as appropriate.
• Participate in the development of clinical protocols and guidelines reflective of evidence-based practice.
• Manage clinical and non-clinical caseloads appropriate to the post.
• Become familiar with and work in accordance with relevant HSE policies, HIQA standards, New Directions, legislation and professional policies, guidelines and requirements to ensure safe practice and high standards of service delivery.
• Promote a culture that values equality, diversity and respect in the workplace.
• In conjunction with the Speech and Language Therapy Manager, contribute to the development and implementation of procedures, policies and guidelines while adhering to existing standards and protocols.
• Supervision of Basic Grade SLTs and student SLTs as appropriate.

Role requirements
 

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Speech and Language Studies from the University of Dublin or equivalent qualification. Professional Qualifications received outside the Republic of Ireland including the U.K must be validated by the Validation unit of CORU prior to commencement of employment.
• Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Membership or eligibility for membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT).
• Minimum of three years satisfactory post qualification experience
• Excellent communication skills

For further information please contact Stephen on 014825424 or by email at stephen.copeland@cplhealthcare.com