Job Description Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Senior SALT) Saint John of God Community Services North East Part-Time, Permanent
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
- Residential Services Location Saint John of God Community Services North East are part of Saint John of God Community Services clg, a section 38 organisation which provides HSE funded health and social care services.
The Services provides residential & day supports to people with an Intellectual Disability at multiple locations throughout Louth, Meath and Monaghan.
The post-holder will be required to travel St John of God North East Region to meet service needs.
Salary Department of Health Scale: €64,551
- €76,007 per annum, pro rata Reporting Relationships Responsible to: Regional Director Reports to: Principal Social Worker / MDT Manager Contract Details Hours: 21 hours per week Annual Leave: 30 days per annum, pro rata Public Holidays: In accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 Sick Leave: In line with the Service Sick Pay Scheme Probation: A probationary period of one year applies.
During this period, and at its conclusion, the organisation reserves the right to terminate employment at its absolute discretion.
Purpose of the Role The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will provide a high-quality Speech and Language Therapy service to adults within the services, with a particular focus on adult intellectual disability, communication, and dysphagia.
The role involves close multidisciplinary collaboration and a strong commitment to person-centred, rights-based approach.
Qualifications Essential: Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy Full CORU registration Undergraduate or postgraduate qualification/training in Dysphagia Experience Essential: Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience as a Speech and Language Therapist Experience working with adults with intellectual disability At least one year's experience in adult dysphagia Experience in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Professional Knowledge & Skills Ability to work effectively as part of a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Demonstrated person-centred, rights-based and neuro-affirming approach Knowledge of relevant legislation, including (but not limited to): Health Act Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act Excellent communication, organisational and clinical reasoning skills Person Specification Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and professionalism Strong interpersonal and communication skills Well-organised with good time-management abilities A genuine interest in Adult Intellectual Disability services Desirable Criteria Lmh training completed Membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT) Experience working with dementia Experience delivering family and staff training Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Speech and Language Therapist will be required to: Clinical Practice Provide Speech and Language Therapy services to adults within residential & day settings Conduct ongoing assessment of communication and dysphagia needs at both individual and service levels Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based intervention programmes Communicate assessment outcomes and recommendations to service users, families and relevant staff Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with service and professional requirements Multidisciplinary & Collaborative Working Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including healthcare professionals, service users and families Collaborate with service users, families, carers and staff in goal setting and intervention planning Liaise with community-based professionals, HSE services, hospitals and voluntary agencies as required Staff Support, Training & Service Development Provide advice, support and training to frontline and supervisory staff Make recommendations regarding ongoing training and development needs Participate in planning and development of the Speech and Language Therapy service Supervise students and act as a practice educator when required Governance, Compliance & Professional Development Work in accordance with HSE policies, HIQA standards, New Directions and relevant legislation Act in accordance with the CORU Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics Engage in ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Attend meetings, committees and other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or designate Organisational Values Operate within the tradition, values, character and ethos of St John of God Community Services Clg Review Clause This job description is not exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically in line with service needs and organisational change.
Additional duties appropriate to the role may be assigned by the Regional Director.
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