Job summary
18.75 hours per week
Are you passionate about
supporting people with learning disabilities and committed to improving their
quality of life?
Would you be interested to be
part of a thriving multi-disciplinary health team in the beautiful town of
Hebden Bridge with the advantage of free parking behind our Health Centre base?
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for a Community Speech and Language Therapist (S<) to join our
friendly Calderdale Adult Community Learning Disabilities Health Service.
You will join an experienced,
well-established and committed specialist multi-disciplinary team who work
agilely across Calderdale. The Team includes dietetics, occupational therapy,
physiotherapy, LD community nurses, psychiatry, psychology, an Intensive
Support Team and therapy assistants and healthcare support workers. Our Allied
Health Professionals collective within the wider team foster both autonomous
and joint working approaches, and their creative solutions to health and
wellbeing issues aim to result in the best outcomes for the local community.
For further information or to arrange a visit to the team please contact Kayley
Cookson (Lead AHP/ OT) 07920 548263 kayley.cookson@swyt.nhs.uk or Rebecca
Martin (Specialist LD Dietician) 07554 555794 rebecca.martin@swyt.nhs.uk.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for a
defined caseload with service users of all levels of ability.
You will serve as an effective
member of the MDT promoting a consistent multi-agency approach including
support, supervision and development of staff.
You will work flexibly based
on service user need, using reasonable adjustments to provide support.
You will demonstrate an
ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
You will have an understanding,
of the complex needs of people with learning disabilities and demonstrate
qualities to deliver safe, effective and personalised care ensuring processes
are followed in accordance with Trust objectives.
You will be committed to team
working, a be highly resilient and self-motivating, determined to add value to
the organisation and committed to our vision and values.
Due to the nature of the role,
it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the
locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements
(salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor
candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to
sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder
will be required to work as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary
team, providing specialist speech and language therapy assessment and
treatment for service users in receipt of care from community services. Enabling service users to engage in a range
of individual and group community based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the
promotion of Salt and Language therapy within the service area. The post holder will be required to work
flexibly to meet the needs of the service and the client group.
The
post holder will contribute to the leadership and development of the Specialist
Learning Disability Health Team in accordance within local and national
guidance.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer.
Formulate
and deliver individual treatment programmes based on specialist knowledge for
differential diagnosis for communication and dysphagia, (evidence based
practise, national and local guidelines using profession specific clinical
skills and techniques. (eg standardised assessments, AAC, group and individual
work).
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred speech and language therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or
group basis to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services, and agencies within the
voluntary sector.
To
regularly evaluate the effectiveness of group and individual speech and
language therapy interventions by undertaking specific audits and using outcome
measures such as standardised / other relevant assessments and service user
satisfaction questionnaires.
To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
arrange/attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case
conferences, care programme approach meetings and any other as required by
clinical need and as directed by the Lead AHP.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic recording
system and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other speech and language staff.
To work as an autonomous practitioner.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder
will be required to work as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary
team, providing specialist speech and language therapy assessment and
treatment for service users in receipt of care from community services. Enabling service users to engage in a range
of individual and group community based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the
promotion of Salt and Language therapy within the service area. The post holder will be required to work
flexibly to meet the needs of the service and the client group.
The
post holder will contribute to the leadership and development of the Specialist
Learning Disability Health Team in accordance within local and national
guidance.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer.
Formulate
and deliver individual treatment programmes based on specialist knowledge for
differential diagnosis for communication and dysphagia, (evidence based
practise, national and local guidelines using profession specific clinical
skills and techniques. (eg standardised assessments, AAC, group and individual
work).
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred speech and language therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or
group basis to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services, and agencies within the
voluntary sector.
To
regularly evaluate the effectiveness of group and individual speech and
language therapy interventions by undertaking specific audits and using outcome
measures such as standardised / other relevant assessments and service user
satisfaction questionnaires.
To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
arrange/attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case
conferences, care programme approach meetings and any other as required by
clinical need and as directed by the Lead AHP.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic recording
system and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other speech and language staff.
To work as an autonomous practitioner.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- RCSLT Registration.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of Speech & Language Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to learning disability.
- Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work.
- Understanding of and ability to use appropriate outcome measures.
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
- Supervisory / appraisal skills.
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information.
- Computer literacy.
- Ability to build effective working relationships.
- Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- An understanding of the specific contribution of Speech and Language Therapists in Learning Disability Services.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to implement all of the 6C values & behaviours expected of health care professionals.
- Values contribution of others.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Organisational skills.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience including in learning disabilities.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management experience.
- Experience of a range of learning disability settings.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
Training
Essential
- Post graduate Dysphagia training or ability to successfully complete the training within 2 years.
- Evidence of ongoing training and relevant post graduate courses in communication and dysphagia.
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to Learning Disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- RCSLT Registration.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of Speech & Language Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to learning disability.
- Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work.
- Understanding of and ability to use appropriate outcome measures.
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
- Supervisory / appraisal skills.
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information.
- Computer literacy.
- Ability to build effective working relationships.
- Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- An understanding of the specific contribution of Speech and Language Therapists in Learning Disability Services.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to implement all of the 6C values & behaviours expected of health care professionals.
- Values contribution of others.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Organisational skills.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience including in learning disabilities.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management experience.
- Experience of a range of learning disability settings.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
Training
Essential
- Post graduate Dysphagia training or ability to successfully complete the training within 2 years.
- Evidence of ongoing training and relevant post graduate courses in communication and dysphagia.
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to Learning Disability.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
