Lotus Care:
Job Title:
Speech and Language Therapist
Job Title:
Speech and
Language Therapist Base Location:
Kildare & All services Lotus Care aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our service owners to enable them to have the very best life they can and to realise their full potential.
We care for adults and children who have an Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Acquired Brain Injury, together with other complex needs.
We currently have services in Laois, Kildare, Offaly & Westmeath Our services are delivered in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care in a home like environment is provided by empowering and supporting service owners to be as independent as possible and to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
At the Lotus Care we pride ourselves on ensuring our staff are trained to the highest standard so that we can achieve the best outcome for our service owners, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development and career.
Purpose of the Role:
We are seeking to recruit a Speech and Language Therapist.
The successful candidate will be a member of a very experienced Multi-Disciplinary Team that work collaboratively with all staff.
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference to the quality of lives of others and enjoy working as a member of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, we would like to hear from you.
Essential Qualifications:
A Bachelor of Science in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent Current registration with CORU Desirable Qualifications Training in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Completion of Lamh training course Desirable Experience 1 year's post qualification clinical experience.
Probationary Period:
A probationary period of six months applies to this position.
Salary:
The current salary scale for this position ranges from €50,000 to €55,000 per annum.
Annual Leave:
Annual leave entitlement is 23 days pro rata per annum, proportionately adjusted for less than 12 months of service.
Garda Clearance / Police Clearance:
Prospective employees undertaking relevant work or activities involving children or vulnerable persons will be required to obtain Garda / Police clearance.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent This description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake additional duties as requested by the Director of Services.
Rewards & Benefits Package Comprehensive induction process Extensive in-house training programme On-going mentoring and support Continuous Professional Development support Career progression opportunities Competitive salary with increments based on qualifications, and experience Paid Breaks Refer a friend initiative Bonus Scheme Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families Bike-to-Work Scheme Free onsite Car Parking