Speech and Language Therapist
Ludlow Street Healthcare
The closing date is 25 May 2024
Job summary
Beechwood
are looking for a qualified /newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist who
wishes to develop their skills in autism and Learning Disabilities.
The Speech
and Language Therapy Team offer a wide range of therapy sessions as well as
providing training to staff on communication systems . Beechwood is a dynamic
College that offers education and residential support to young people who may
also present with behavioral challenges.
You will be
joining a range of specialist therapists who make up the Clinical Team. Iris
Care group offers regular supervision, training and research opportunities as
well as payment of HCPC fees.
Main duties of the job
- To work with a specialist/ complex case load which include young adults with Autism, learning difficulties and other diagnoses including behaviours that challenge
- Caseload may also include supportive dysphagia management and training as directed by specialist Speech and Language therapist
- To provide assessments, diagnostic and appropriate advice for students on caseload
- To plan, deliver and monitor individual and group sessions as appropriate.
- To use Total Communication Approach
- To use Voice Output Devices including iPads and tablets as a form of Alternative and Augmentative Communication
- To be part of LSHG multi disciplinary team, liaising, co-ordinating and planning work with other professionals in specific residential homes and classes.
- To encourage good liaison with other external agencies promoting positive good practice.
- To contribute advice to families as necessary.
- To attend MDTs, staff meetings, CPDs and in-service training as required.
- To provide clinical reports for initial assessment, review, CHC and LAC purposes
- To follow current administrative and statistical procedures as required by LSHG.
- To keep clinical notes as per professional guidance and standards and to present information to MDTs.
- To keep up to date with new techniques and research for the maintenance and promotion of good practice and to record same on the Professional Log of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
About us
At Beechwood College we ensure our students are supported to access transferable, meaningful learning opportunities in a way that takes account of their unique learning style and the impact their ASD has upon them. A consistent approach to educational support, based upon the principles of TEACCH, PECS and Makaton, isembedded in our ethos.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work with a specialist/ complex case load which include young adults with Autism, learning difficulties and other diagnoses including behaviours that challenge
- Caseload may also include supportive dysphagia management and training as directed by specialist Speech and Language therapist
- To provide assessments, diagnostic and appropriate advice for students on caseload
- To plan, deliver and monitor individual and group sessions as appropriate.
- To use Total Communication Approach
- To use Voice Output Devices including iPads and tablets as a form of Alternative and Augmentative Communication
- To be part of LSHG multi disciplinary team, liaising, co-ordinating and planning work with other professionals in specific residential homes and classes.
- To encourage good liaison with other external agencies promoting positive good practice.
- To contribute advice to families as necessary.
- To attend MDTs, staff meetings, CPDs and in-service training as required.
- To provide clinical reports for initial assessment, review, CHC and LAC purposes
- To follow current administrative and statistical procedures as required by LSHG.
- To keep clinical notes as per professional guidance and standards and to present information to MDTs.
- To keep up to date with new techniques and research for the maintenance and promotion of good practice and to record same on the Professional Log of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
- To be conversant with communicating quality guidelines and ensure agreed care standards are adhered to.
- To ensure statistical information and client records are updated.
- To participate in quality assurance and clinical audits as necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work with a specialist/ complex case load which include young adults with Autism, learning difficulties and other diagnoses including behaviours that challenge
- Caseload may also include supportive dysphagia management and training as directed by specialist Speech and Language therapist
- To provide assessments, diagnostic and appropriate advice for students on caseload
- To plan, deliver and monitor individual and group sessions as appropriate.
- To use Total Communication Approach
- To use Voice Output Devices including iPads and tablets as a form of Alternative and Augmentative Communication
- To be part of LSHG multi disciplinary team, liaising, co-ordinating and planning work with other professionals in specific residential homes and classes.
- To encourage good liaison with other external agencies promoting positive good practice.
- To contribute advice to families as necessary.
- To attend MDTs, staff meetings, CPDs and in-service training as required.
- To provide clinical reports for initial assessment, review, CHC and LAC purposes
- To follow current administrative and statistical procedures as required by LSHG.
- To keep clinical notes as per professional guidance and standards and to present information to MDTs.
- To keep up to date with new techniques and research for the maintenance and promotion of good practice and to record same on the Professional Log of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
- To be conversant with communicating quality guidelines and ensure agreed care standards are adhered to.
- To ensure statistical information and client records are updated.
- To participate in quality assurance and clinical audits as necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/ Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
- Registered member of The Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists.
Experience
Essential
- Working with young adults with special needs and learning difficulties.
- Using IT packages.
- Ability to use standardised assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/ Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
- Registered member of The Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists.
Experience
Essential
- Working with young adults with special needs and learning difficulties.
- Using IT packages.
- Ability to use standardised assessments
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
