Job summary
30 Hours per week
We are looking for an
enthusiastic and Speech and Language Therapist to join our multi agency
Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team. The team currently offers evidence based
diagnostic assessments in line with NICE guidance to children and young people
under 18 where there are concerns regarding Autism Spectrum Conditions or
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
This post would suit those who love using their assessment and
observation skills to formulate complex presentations and enjoy working as part
of a multidisciplinary team. The post also provides opportunities to develop
skills in supervision, teaching and training and to be part of service
development.
The service offers a wide range of development opportunities
and is committed to the career development of its staff. All relevant training
will be offered as necessary (for example ADOS training) and further CPD
opportunities are encouraged. Clinical supervision will be provided by one of
the Senior Speech and Language Therapists
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be involved
in all aspects of the assessment process and will be a fully integrated member
of our friendly and welcoming multidisciplinary team, working alongside our
Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Specialist Mental
Health Practitioners, Psychiatrist, Assistant Psychologists and Support Worker.
The role includes
using high level assessment and formulation
skills
Using observation and activity based
interactions in clinic and also at times in school
Using formal testing measures such as ADOS and
QB test (and specialist language assessments for those of SLT background) to
better understand a childs presentation
Writing diagnostic assessment reports
Supervision of healthcare support workers
Contributing to multidisciplinary team meetings
Involvement in post diagnostic workshops and
groups
Being involved in service development
All employees of
the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to
protect patients
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
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 Kirklees 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 areas
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 Kirklees 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 in Supporting Documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 Kirklees 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 areas
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 Kirklees 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 in Supporting Documents
Person Specification
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)
Special Knowledge and 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
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
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working as a Speech and language Therapist with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- 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.
- Proven clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental difficulties in a range of clients
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
Person Specification
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)
Special Knowledge and 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
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
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working as a Speech and language Therapist with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- 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.
- Proven clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental difficulties in a range of clients
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
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).
