Senior Speech & Language Therapist - Adult Services, Kare
Permanent Contract - 17.5 hours per week
Location: Kilcullen, Co. Kildare
Senior Speech & Language Therapist Salary Scale: €31,019 - €36,524 (pro-rated for 0.5 WTE)
The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will work on the Adult Clinical Support Team in Kare, contributing to the delivery and future development of an effective service in line with organisational priorities and department objectives, and always acting within their professional standards, guidelines and policy. This role will operate as part of a Speech & Language Department which is part of a wider clinical supports team. This team is made up multiple professionals, and strong working relationships are required in this role.
The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will work in line with current legislation and standards related to service delivery for adults with an Intellectual Disability.
Responsibilities:
* Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment / intervention programmes
* Arrange and carry out assessment and treatment / intervention programmes in appropriate settings in line with local policy / guidelines and professional standards
* Document all assessment, diagnosis, treatment / intervention plans, clinical notes, relevant contacts and summaries in accordance with department and professional standards
* Collaborate with service user, family, carers and other staff in goal setting and treatment / intervention planning
* Participate in mandatory and recommended training programmes
* Maintain continuing professional development
* Participate in the review, evaluation and audit of Speech and Language Therapy services
* Provide clinical supervision as required
Requirements:
A qualification, recognised by CORU, in Speech and Language Therapy
Three (3) years post qualification experience
Experience working with children/young people/ adults with disability is essential
Be registered with CORU
Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by KARE and relevant professional bodies
Demonstrate sufficient clinical skills in assessment intervention and diagnostics
Communicate effectively with children/young people, their families, and the interdisciplinary team to provide a client and family centred service
Excellent time management and IT/computer skills
Be eligible to work in Ireland
Full Clean Licence and access to own vehicle is essential
Benefits include:
31 days annual leave
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)
Rewarding work with flexible hours
Employee Assistance Programme
Contributory Pension Plan
Optional Salary Protection Plan
Personal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression
A detailed Job Description is available on request. Informal enquiries for this position can be made to Angela Lynch. Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and satisfactory Garda vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable.
How to Apply: Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Closing date for applications is 1st December 2024.
About KARE
Kare is an innovative and progressive voluntary organisation, committed to providing an individualised service based on best practice to over 400 children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families. Since 1967 Kare has developed and grown to provide a full range of high-quality services in Mid/South Kildare, East Offaly, and West Wicklow. Kare is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to staff training and development. Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred
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