Job summary
An exciting opportunity is
available for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist in the Calderdale
CAMHS Neurodevelopmental Team. The team consists of Clinical Psychologists,
Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Neurodevelopmental
Practitioners and an Assistant Psychologist. The team also has support from
consultant psychiatry.
The successful candidate will
provide specialist diagnostic assessment to children and young people through
face-to-face assessments in a clinic setting. They will work collaboratively
with the Multi-Disciplinary Team to analyse information and to identify when
further assessment is required in order to provide an outcome to the
neurodevelopmental assessment. The successful applicant will also have
opportunities to supervise Speech and Language Therapist students, contribute
to learning and development within the CAMHS team and provide supervision to
other members of the team.
ADOS Training and QB test
training will be offered to the successful applicant if required and there is
an extended induction period into the team.
The post is for 37.5 hours a week,
and flexible working can be discussed.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Main duties of the job
To undertake
neurodevelopmental assessments through a one-to-one assessment and a
neurodevelopmental interview.
To offer
additional assessments such as a school observation or ADOS.
To use the
diagnostic criteria to analyse information obtained from assessment and present
findings to the Multi-Disciplinary Team.
To participate
in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings by supporting assessment discussions and
formulation.
To feedback
assessment outcomes verbally and in writing to children, young people and their
support systems.
To offer
supervision and training to the team.
To support and
supervise SALT students on placement.
To
contribute to service development.
At
the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK
Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward
to receiving your application.
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
To
participate in the organisation, coordination, development and provision
of the Calderdale Childrens Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service to
ensure the provision of an efficient, high quality service.
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake
other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To provide clinical expertise and advice on
assessment, diagnosis and management of children with neurodevelopmental
conditions
To provide clinical expertise to the
multi-disciplinary team to inform their decision making and to provide advice
and guidance to carers, non-clinical staff or members of other professions, who
may be influenced by this and to maintain professional relationships with
relevant others, working as part of the wider team
To participate in the planning and
implementation of the day to day operation of the Calderdale Childrens
Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service to this client group.
To prepare,
implement and evaluate neurodevelopmental assessments for clients to ensure the
delivery of designated standards of care consistent with departmental policies
and Royal College of Speech and
Language Therapy Guidelines.
To develop, write, deliver and evaluate
training packages with access to specialist support as required to parents,
carers, other professional groups and speech and language therapists.
To provide mentoring, clinical supervision,
peer support and joint visits for advice to Speech
and Language Therapists, other professionals and assistants relevant to this
clinical area.
To assist in the training and supervision of
Speech and Language Therapy assistants, students from other professions and to
be involved in the provision of full student placements in accordance with
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy guidelines.
To participate in the development of
innovations in the Calderdale Childrens Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service
and related service delivery issues, risk management, quality standard setting
and clinical effectiveness.
To maintain accurate and concise clinical
records, providing appropriate reports, attend case conferences and reviews and
to provide statistical information to facilitate future business planning in
line with Trust guidelines.
To reflect on practice, both individually and
with peers to identify own strengths and needs, demonstrate Continuing
Professional Development and to maintain a portfolio or equivalent in line with
professional and Trust guidelines
To work within the confines of the Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
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
To
participate in the organisation, coordination, development and provision
of the Calderdale Childrens Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service to
ensure the provision of an efficient, high quality service.
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake
other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To provide clinical expertise and advice on
assessment, diagnosis and management of children with neurodevelopmental
conditions
To provide clinical expertise to the
multi-disciplinary team to inform their decision making and to provide advice
and guidance to carers, non-clinical staff or members of other professions, who
may be influenced by this and to maintain professional relationships with
relevant others, working as part of the wider team
To participate in the planning and
implementation of the day to day operation of the Calderdale Childrens
Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service to this client group.
To prepare,
implement and evaluate neurodevelopmental assessments for clients to ensure the
delivery of designated standards of care consistent with departmental policies
and Royal College of Speech and
Language Therapy Guidelines.
To develop, write, deliver and evaluate
training packages with access to specialist support as required to parents,
carers, other professional groups and speech and language therapists.
To provide mentoring, clinical supervision,
peer support and joint visits for advice to Speech
and Language Therapists, other professionals and assistants relevant to this
clinical area.
To assist in the training and supervision of
Speech and Language Therapy assistants, students from other professions and to
be involved in the provision of full student placements in accordance with
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy guidelines.
To participate in the development of
innovations in the Calderdale Childrens Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service
and related service delivery issues, risk management, quality standard setting
and clinical effectiveness.
To maintain accurate and concise clinical
records, providing appropriate reports, attend case conferences and reviews and
to provide statistical information to facilitate future business planning in
line with Trust guidelines.
To reflect on practice, both individually and
with peers to identify own strengths and needs, demonstrate Continuing
Professional Development and to maintain a portfolio or equivalent in line with
professional and Trust guidelines
To work within the confines of the Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
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
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge working as a speech and language therapist in contemporary issues in the Health, Education and Social Care Community relevant to the client group.
- Demonstrable knowledge working as a speech and language therapist of the functions of related professions with this client group.
- Demonstrable ability and experience as a speech and language therapist in developing, writing, delivering and evaluating training for clients, families, students, or other professionals.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Written and verbal communication skills which allow professional information to be conveyed in an accurate and organised manner, taking account of the communication setting.
- Effective communicator in a variety of settings with a variety of different people.
- Demonstrable ability to work autonomously and use initiative.
- Proven organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work within a team.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Pathology and Therapy, or equivalent.
- RCSLT Certificate to Practice as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- Current registration with the Health Care Professions Council.
Desirable
- Training in specific neurodevelopmental assessments (e.g., ADOS, QB).
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working as a Speech and language Therapist with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties.
- Proven clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental difficulties in a range of clients.
- Demonstrable experience working as a speech and language therapist in co-ordinating the work of others.
Desirable
- Experience of assessing children and young people for conditions including ASD and ADHD.
Training
Essential
- Proven relevant continuous professional development.
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).
- Ability to travel across the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- Appointment subject to Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge working as a speech and language therapist in contemporary issues in the Health, Education and Social Care Community relevant to the client group.
- Demonstrable knowledge working as a speech and language therapist of the functions of related professions with this client group.
- Demonstrable ability and experience as a speech and language therapist in developing, writing, delivering and evaluating training for clients, families, students, or other professionals.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Written and verbal communication skills which allow professional information to be conveyed in an accurate and organised manner, taking account of the communication setting.
- Effective communicator in a variety of settings with a variety of different people.
- Demonstrable ability to work autonomously and use initiative.
- Proven organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work within a team.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Pathology and Therapy, or equivalent.
- RCSLT Certificate to Practice as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- Current registration with the Health Care Professions Council.
Desirable
- Training in specific neurodevelopmental assessments (e.g., ADOS, QB).
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working as a Speech and language Therapist with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties.
- Proven clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental difficulties in a range of clients.
- Demonstrable experience working as a speech and language therapist in co-ordinating the work of others.
Desirable
- Experience of assessing children and young people for conditions including ASD and ADHD.
Training
Essential
- Proven relevant continuous professional development.
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).
- Ability to travel across the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- Appointment subject to Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau.
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).
