SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST
THE ORGANISATION:
AsIAm is Ireland’s National Autism Charity based in Blackrock,
Co.Dublin. AsIAm is a fast paced, growing organisation with a vision
to create a society where every autistic person is accepted “as they
are” – equal, valued, and respected. The organisation’s purpose
is to advocate for an inclusive society for autistic people that is
accessible, accepted and affirming. AsIAm works to support the
Autistic community and our families to fully engage in Irish life and
build the capacity of society to facilitate true inclusion.
THE ROLE:
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior or a basic grade Speech
and Language Therapist with appropriate experience to join our
organisation and make a real difference in the lives of autistic
children and their families. The SLT on our AAC Support Programme,
will report directly to the Clinical Lead /Senior SLT on the
programme. They will be responsible for developing and delivering an
AAC support programme to families and professionals. This role
provides an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience in
directly supporting clients with AAC, as well as delivering effective
neuro-affirmative training and therapeutic supports to autistic people
and their families.
The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate in a
sensitive and professional manner with autistic individuals and
families. They will also have the ability to provide both informal and
formal training on AAC and communication. The role requires the
successful candidate to work with the AAC programme manager to develop
resources, training, services and referral pathways.
This post is suitable for a Speech and Language Therapist with a
minimum of three years post graduate clinical Speech and Language
Therapy experience. Clinical experience in working with high tech
communication devices is highly desirable. Clinical experience in
supporting the communication of autistic children and providing parent
training and support is desirable.
We particularly welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Deliver clinical services, such as developing and delivering
training, teacher training and other one to one support for families
accessing the AAC support programme
* Review all applicants for high-tech AAC, ensuring that all the
requirements have been met
* Engage in and lead clinical work that is guided by evidence based
practice
* Develop and communicate ideas for innovation and improvement
* Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation
* Work collaboratively, with all members of the team, leveraging the
knowledge and strengths of others
* Actively participate in the staff supervision processes
* Carry out administrative duties such as progress notes, report
writing as well as developing therapy resources to support the use of
AAC devices
* Be solution focused and responsive to new directions and program
requirements
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
* Speech and Language Therapy degree or postgraduate qualification
* CORU registration
* Minimum * years post graduate clinical
Speech and Language Therapy Experience
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Previous experience with high tech AAC
CONTRACT DURATION:
This is a one year contract, with a view to permanency subject to
funding.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
AsIAm will offer a salary and benefits commensurate with the AsIAm pay
scale and experience.
In addition to annual leave, the company traditionally offers
additional paid time off (company days) including a Christmas office
closure period. This is sanctioned annually at the discretion of
management.
WORKING HOURS:
The role is fulltime.
The role holder is required to have a degree of flexibility regarding
working hours with the expectation of some evening and weekend work.
LOCATION:
The role is based in AsIAm HQ in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. Remote working
agreements can be requested and are at the discretion of the line
manager.
YOUR NEXT STEP…
Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to Lisa
Aspeling, Executive Assistant to the CEO, at *.
The closing date for receipt of applications is **Apply on the
website** April *.
Note: All candidates must be willing to undergo Garda Vetting should
they be successful.
_AsIAm actively support inclusion in the workplace and will endeavour
to provide reasonable accommodations as requested by candidates
throughout the interview process for this position._
_AsIAm is an equal opportunities employer who reserves the right to
practice positive discrimination as set out by the Employment Equity
Act, *._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
