Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
- Employer
- Cygnet Health Care
- Location
- Henbury
- Salary
- £34,980 to £34,980 a year
- Closing date
- 9 Feb 2023
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- Profession
- CBT therapist
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Job Details
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Speech and Language Therapist with interest in Neuropsychiatry to join our team at Cygnet Brunel. This is a full time, permanent opportunity!
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist SLT you will be working directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. As part of a multi-disciplinary team on-site, you will also work with all staff across the hospital to support the implementation of the therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approach demonstrating an interest in upskilling the workforce. You will work within the boundaries of the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric / neurodegenerative services in to the hospital and directly report progress through monthly supervision to an onsite Highly Specialist SLT. You will provide quality assessment, interventions and be skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will be part of a companywide SLT service and contribute to the service enhancement.
About us
Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, split into 4 wards, offering neurorehabilitation for complex acquired brain injury individuals. The hospital is a modern facility which has been designed specifically to provide a clinically led evidence based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and provides the opportunity to minimise their challenging behaviour and maximise their independence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 6) Up to £34,980 Full time - 40 hours a week
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Speech and Language Therapist with interest in Neuropsychiatry to join our team at Cygnet Brunel.
Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, split into 4 wards, offering neurorehabilitation for complex acquired brain injury individuals. The hospital is a modern facility which has been designed specifically to provide a clinically led evidence based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and provides the opportunity to minimise their challenging behaviour and maximise their independence.
To find out more about the ethos of this service and how the team work together to bring about meaningful change to individuals in our care, listen to our podcast.
Job Role
As a Specialist SLT you will be working directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. As part of a multi-disciplinary team on-site, you will also work with all staff across the hospital to support the implementation of the therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approach demonstrating an interest in upskilling the workforce. You will work within the boundaries of the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric / neurodegenerative services in to the hospital and directly report progress through monthly supervision to an onsite Highly Specialist SLT. You will provide quality assessment, interventions and be skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will be part of a companywide SLT service and contribute to the service enhancement.
In return we offer:
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with:
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Celia Jarvis, Recruiter on 07702 847 341 or Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare) on 07885 476 384.
Are you ready for a new and rewarding opportunity? Please apply now.
Please note vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
Desirable
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
J103-VPECD1E947
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist SLT you will be working directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. As part of a multi-disciplinary team on-site, you will also work with all staff across the hospital to support the implementation of the therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approach demonstrating an interest in upskilling the workforce. You will work within the boundaries of the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric / neurodegenerative services in to the hospital and directly report progress through monthly supervision to an onsite Highly Specialist SLT. You will provide quality assessment, interventions and be skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will be part of a companywide SLT service and contribute to the service enhancement.
About us
Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, split into 4 wards, offering neurorehabilitation for complex acquired brain injury individuals. The hospital is a modern facility which has been designed specifically to provide a clinically led evidence based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and provides the opportunity to minimise their challenging behaviour and maximise their independence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 6) Up to £34,980 Full time - 40 hours a week
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Speech and Language Therapist with interest in Neuropsychiatry to join our team at Cygnet Brunel.
Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, split into 4 wards, offering neurorehabilitation for complex acquired brain injury individuals. The hospital is a modern facility which has been designed specifically to provide a clinically led evidence based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and provides the opportunity to minimise their challenging behaviour and maximise their independence.
To find out more about the ethos of this service and how the team work together to bring about meaningful change to individuals in our care, listen to our podcast.
Job Role
As a Specialist SLT you will be working directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. As part of a multi-disciplinary team on-site, you will also work with all staff across the hospital to support the implementation of the therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approach demonstrating an interest in upskilling the workforce. You will work within the boundaries of the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric / neurodegenerative services in to the hospital and directly report progress through monthly supervision to an onsite Highly Specialist SLT. You will provide quality assessment, interventions and be skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will be part of a companywide SLT service and contribute to the service enhancement.
In return we offer:
- Excellent Clinical Supervision, CPD and developmental opportunities for clinical and non-clinical duties
- Full support from an onsite multidisciplinary team
- Routine service meetings and peer support with Speech and Language Therapists, including a Dysphagia Forum
- Opportunity to personalise resource toolkit
- Active involvement in service development and Quality Improvement initiatives
- Annual leave allowance, pension scheme, employee rewards and discount benefits scheme
- Full induction training
- Free meals on duty
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with:
- A degree / postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy, registration with HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) and membership of the RCSLT (Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists)
- Experience in the field of neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions evidenced by high level of clinical SLT knowledge. Experience of working in inpatient/acute settings beneficial
- Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support with an emphasis on person-centred planning
- Qualification in Dysphagia management (we will offer training if required)
- Evidence of being a strong team player with a genuine desire to help others
- Excellent communication / time management skills
- Enthusiasm, motivation and passion
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Celia Jarvis, Recruiter on 07702 847 341 or Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare) on 07885 476 384.
Are you ready for a new and rewarding opportunity? Please apply now.
Please note vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
J103-VPECD1E947
Company
Empowering people and making a positive difference
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. At Cygnet Health Care you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users and their families. Our purpose is to care, enable & make a positive difference. Our vision is to be the preferred provider & employer of choice in our sector.
Our great team believe in -
- Togetherness
- Patients, service users & their families are at the heart of what we do
- Making a real difference in people's lives
- Building caring relationships to improve mental health
Dedicated people who change lives together
At Cygnet, our people work across many different teams that pull together to achieve excellent outcomes for those in our care. So wherever your strengths lie, you can make the most of them with us – and enjoy a rewarding career that makes a significant difference to others.
Join one of our dedicated teams and be part of something meaningful:
- Leadership Team
- Doctors & Consultants Team
- Nursing Team
- Allied Health & Psychology Team
- Education Team
- Care & Support Team
- Hospitality & Non-clinical Team
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