Job summary
Band 6 or 5/6 development
Are you passionate about working with Children and Young People in the
community? Would you like an opportunity to experience working in a Forensic
CAMHS Team?
This
is an opportunity which offers the chance to be part of a team who pride
themselves in offering forensic mental health services to children within the
community and secure settings who display forensic behaviour. We have several
pathways within the service; offering support to children aged 0-18 working
closely with family, carers, and the professional systems to achieve the best
possible outcomes and support healthy transitions in the community. We operate
across the Yorkshire and Humber Region and offer the below Forensic Pathways:
Lead
provider for Yorkshire and Humber FCAMHS, working in partnership with 3
Regional NHS Trusts.
Single
Point of Access for the Region, providing initial advice for all referrals to
Yorkshire and Humber Forensic CAMHS.
Focus
Wakefield is our Local Harmful Sexual Behaviour service for Children and Young
People residing in the Wakefield District.
Harmful
Sexual Behaviour service on an in-reach basis to HMYOI Wetherby, working with
young people aged 15-18 years old and supporting transition back into the
community.
Forensic
service on an in-reach basis to Adel Beck Secure Childrens Home and Aldine
House, working with children and young people aged 10-18 years old, displaying
forensic behaviour and supporting transition back into the community.
Main duties of the job
The post is part time
(30 hours per week) and permanent. The post is based within Wakefield;
however, travel is essential across the region. The working hours for this post
are 9am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, with some options to consider flexible
working arrangements.
This is an exciting
opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist, ideally with some experience
working with learning disabilities, Autism and mental health. You would work as
part of an MDT alongside partner agencies to keep children safe whilst
promoting the Speech, Language and Communication needs of children and young
people in the community.
The post holder will
provide a specialist SLT assessment, intervention and consultation in working
with vulnerable young people to ensure individuals communication strengths and
challenges and recognised, supported and maximised. The post holder will provide
expertise about SLCN to inform the decision making within the FCAMHS MDT and to
ensure that the communication needs of the population are met. The post
holder will liaise effectively with all relevant professionals, carers, and
family members to ensure the communication needs of each individual are
recognised and supported. The post holder will also be working closely with
other local SLT services to develop relationships between services to provide
integrated and holistic care.
To discuss the post
please contact Helen Bradbrook: Helen.Bradbrook2@swyt.nhs.uk or Stacey Hayton stacey.hayton@swyt.nhs.uk 01924
316066.
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- Band 6
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:
1. 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, (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 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.
2. Management
To assist the Lead AHP with the operational management of the service on a day-to-day basis.
To ensure that all significant events, relevant clinical issues and difficulties which may arise are communicated with the Lead AHP/Operational Manager.
To direct and delegate work to other team members such as; therapy assistants and care support workers giving due consideration to their skills and abilities to carry these duties out effectively.
To carry out appraisal and development reviews with speech and language therapy staff and to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate.
To assist the Operational Manager in effectively managing staff leave and sickness/absence to ensure adequate cover for the service on a day-to-day basis.
To participate in the recruitment and retention of staff including implementing induction programmes.
3. Policy and Service Development
To contribute to the development and implementation of the annual service improvement plan and annual audit programme.
To participate in and contribute to service modernisation, including operational planning, implementation of policy, service development and leading on delegated projects.
To work in collaboration with the SALT professional lead in the development of professional practice and the implementation of policy.
4. Teaching and Education
To contribute to staff / student training and development within the field of speech and language therapy and to contribute to the training of the multi-professional team.
To promote awareness and understanding of the role of speech and language therapy within the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies.
5. Governance
To provide a quality/effective service through the active participation and implementation of clinical governance which includes; clinical supervision, (including reflection, critical appraisal and peer support) continuing professional development, participation in regular audit activity.
To initiate practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities relevant to occupational therapy encouraging and developing evidence based practice disseminating findings/recommending changes where applicable.
To use networks locally, regionally and nationally to share information, research and good practice.
6. Professional
To be directly involved in clinical training placements for speech and language students as required within the area of work and qualifications allow.
To develop and maintain links with Higher Education Institutes which provide speech and language therapy training.
To contribute to the wider debate of speech and language therapy issues in response to the national and regional consultations by the professional bodies and networks.
JOB SUMMARY - Band 5
- To participate in the provision, development, organisation and co-ordination of an effective, high quality Speech and Language Therapy Service to specified client groups
- To provide effective clinical input to these clients
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To provide clinical advice on the assessment, diagnosis and management of speech, language and communication difficulties and where applicable, swallowing difficulties, with a range of clients, including those with complex needs and to develop a clinical interest within the context of the caseload
- To follow and, when required, contribute to the development of departmental policies/guidelines and to participate in the development of innovations in service delivery taking account of Clinical Governance
- To manage a caseload independently with regular supervision and to prepare, implement and evaluate communication programmes and advice for clients to ensure the delivery of designated standards of care consistent with service policy and RCSLT guidelines
- To demonstrate sound clinical judgment, including negotiation, differential diagnosis, reflection, evaluation and the development of care plans. Clinical practice should be framed with reference to evidence based practice, having access to a supervisor, showing a recognition of own professional boundaries and the need for supervision, support and advice
- To demonstrate flexibility with clients, carers and others around individual case management
- To provide advice regarding the needs of individual clients to the multi-agency team, demonstrating team-working skills
- To participate in the development and delivery of specified training and group work to a variety of recipients with the support of more senior members of staff
- To develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships showing an awareness of other professions and agencies which provide services to clients with communication difficulties
- To reflect on practice individually and with peers and to identify personal strengths and needs and to demonstrate continuous professional development and maintain a portfolio in line with professional and Trust recommendations
- To provide advice and support to volunteers and assistants and to provide mentoring to newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists
- To provide student placements in line with RCSLT guidelines and to assist in the development of students from other professional groups
- To maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Departmental and Trust protocols, write appropriate reports, attend case conferences and reviews and to provide statistical information to facilitate future business planning in line with Trust objectives
- To participate in Departmental information gathering, audit and research to support clinical effectiveness and Clinical Governance
- To adhere to relevant procedures including safeguarding children, SEN and other legal frameworks
- To work within the confines of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
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.
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- Band 6
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:
1. 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, (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 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.
2. Management
To assist the Lead AHP with the operational management of the service on a day-to-day basis.
To ensure that all significant events, relevant clinical issues and difficulties which may arise are communicated with the Lead AHP/Operational Manager.
To direct and delegate work to other team members such as; therapy assistants and care support workers giving due consideration to their skills and abilities to carry these duties out effectively.
To carry out appraisal and development reviews with speech and language therapy staff and to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate.
To assist the Operational Manager in effectively managing staff leave and sickness/absence to ensure adequate cover for the service on a day-to-day basis.
To participate in the recruitment and retention of staff including implementing induction programmes.
3. Policy and Service Development
To contribute to the development and implementation of the annual service improvement plan and annual audit programme.
To participate in and contribute to service modernisation, including operational planning, implementation of policy, service development and leading on delegated projects.
To work in collaboration with the SALT professional lead in the development of professional practice and the implementation of policy.
4. Teaching and Education
To contribute to staff / student training and development within the field of speech and language therapy and to contribute to the training of the multi-professional team.
To promote awareness and understanding of the role of speech and language therapy within the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies.
5. Governance
To provide a quality/effective service through the active participation and implementation of clinical governance which includes; clinical supervision, (including reflection, critical appraisal and peer support) continuing professional development, participation in regular audit activity.
To initiate practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities relevant to occupational therapy encouraging and developing evidence based practice disseminating findings/recommending changes where applicable.
To use networks locally, regionally and nationally to share information, research and good practice.
6. Professional
To be directly involved in clinical training placements for speech and language students as required within the area of work and qualifications allow.
To develop and maintain links with Higher Education Institutes which provide speech and language therapy training.
To contribute to the wider debate of speech and language therapy issues in response to the national and regional consultations by the professional bodies and networks.
JOB SUMMARY - Band 5
- To participate in the provision, development, organisation and co-ordination of an effective, high quality Speech and Language Therapy Service to specified client groups
- To provide effective clinical input to these clients
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To provide clinical advice on the assessment, diagnosis and management of speech, language and communication difficulties and where applicable, swallowing difficulties, with a range of clients, including those with complex needs and to develop a clinical interest within the context of the caseload
- To follow and, when required, contribute to the development of departmental policies/guidelines and to participate in the development of innovations in service delivery taking account of Clinical Governance
- To manage a caseload independently with regular supervision and to prepare, implement and evaluate communication programmes and advice for clients to ensure the delivery of designated standards of care consistent with service policy and RCSLT guidelines
- To demonstrate sound clinical judgment, including negotiation, differential diagnosis, reflection, evaluation and the development of care plans. Clinical practice should be framed with reference to evidence based practice, having access to a supervisor, showing a recognition of own professional boundaries and the need for supervision, support and advice
- To demonstrate flexibility with clients, carers and others around individual case management
- To provide advice regarding the needs of individual clients to the multi-agency team, demonstrating team-working skills
- To participate in the development and delivery of specified training and group work to a variety of recipients with the support of more senior members of staff
- To develop and maintain appropriate professional relationships showing an awareness of other professions and agencies which provide services to clients with communication difficulties
- To reflect on practice individually and with peers and to identify personal strengths and needs and to demonstrate continuous professional development and maintain a portfolio in line with professional and Trust recommendations
- To provide advice and support to volunteers and assistants and to provide mentoring to newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists
- To provide student placements in line with RCSLT guidelines and to assist in the development of students from other professional groups
- To maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Departmental and Trust protocols, write appropriate reports, attend case conferences and reviews and to provide statistical information to facilitate future business planning in line with Trust objectives
- To participate in Departmental information gathering, audit and research to support clinical effectiveness and Clinical Governance
- To adhere to relevant procedures including safeguarding children, SEN and other legal frameworks
- To work within the confines of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
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.
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
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Band 6
- 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).
- Band 5
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Organisational skills to plan own work time and caseload management.
- Ability and commitment to work as part of a team.
- Verbal and interpersonal skills which are able to adapt to the communication situation.
- Written communication skills sufficient to ensure professional standards in record keeping and report writing.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing training and relevant post graduate courses in communication.
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to Learning Disability.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Band 6
- 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.
- Band 5
- A demonstrable range of core professional skills, including familiarity with a range of clinical protocols.
- Demonstrable knowledge of communication disorders presenting in a range of clients with communication difficulties in order to provide assessment, diagnosis and intervention.
- Flexible clinical skills which take account of the needs of the individual client.
- Demonstrable knowledge of issues related to the delivery of training to a range of recipients.
- Insight into issues of confidentiality in the context of health care.
- Insight into the requirement for excellence in clinical record keeping.
- An awareness of the functions of related professions, agencies and legislation relating to services to clients.
Desirable
- Band 6
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- An understanding of the specific contribution of Speech and Language Therapists in Learning Disability Services.
- Band 5
- An awareness of screening procedure for swallowing difficulties.
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).
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- RCSLT Registration.
Experience
Essential
- Band 6
- Post registration experience including in learning disabilities.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
- Band 5
- Experience of working with children in a clinical setting.
Desirable
- Band 6
- Leadership / first line management experience.
- Experience of a range of learning disability settings .
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
- Band 5
- Previous experience as a speech and language therapist working in the NHS.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Band 6
- 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).
- Band 5
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Organisational skills to plan own work time and caseload management.
- Ability and commitment to work as part of a team.
- Verbal and interpersonal skills which are able to adapt to the communication situation.
- Written communication skills sufficient to ensure professional standards in record keeping and report writing.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing training and relevant post graduate courses in communication.
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to Learning Disability.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Band 6
- 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.
- Band 5
- A demonstrable range of core professional skills, including familiarity with a range of clinical protocols.
- Demonstrable knowledge of communication disorders presenting in a range of clients with communication difficulties in order to provide assessment, diagnosis and intervention.
- Flexible clinical skills which take account of the needs of the individual client.
- Demonstrable knowledge of issues related to the delivery of training to a range of recipients.
- Insight into issues of confidentiality in the context of health care.
- Insight into the requirement for excellence in clinical record keeping.
- An awareness of the functions of related professions, agencies and legislation relating to services to clients.
Desirable
- Band 6
- Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
- An understanding of the specific contribution of Speech and Language Therapists in Learning Disability Services.
- Band 5
- An awareness of screening procedure for swallowing difficulties.
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).
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- RCSLT Registration.
Experience
Essential
- Band 6
- Post registration experience including in learning disabilities.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
- Band 5
- Experience of working with children in a clinical setting.
Desirable
- Band 6
- Leadership / first line management experience.
- Experience of a range of learning disability settings .
- Supervision of staff and / or students.
- Band 5
- Previous experience as a speech and language therapist working in the NHS.
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).
