ST. CATHERINE?S ASSOCIATION NEWCASTLE, GREYSTONES, CO. WICKLOW
WE HAVE AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR A: SENIOR SPEECH AND LANGUAGE
THERAPIST
TO JOIN OUR TEAM SUPPORTING CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Permanent Part-time (**Apply on the website**.7 hrs/week)
YOU ARE:
A self-motivated individual who understands how to motivate a team of
professionals to achieve a collective set of goals.? You are
committed to on-going professional development and use of
evidence-based practice. You are able to plan and deliver care in an
effective and resourceful manner. You are aware of national and
international best practice in relation to service provision in
disability services. You have excellent communication skills.?
WE ARE:
Catherine?s Association is a non-profit organisation and registered
charity funded by the HSE that provides care to individuals with
intellectual and other disabilities. We provide Residential Living for
children and adults, Respite and Alternative Short Break Options for
children, Day Service for adults, Nursing, Positive Behaviour Support,
and access to clinical supports through referral to Progressing
Disability Services, and other related supports.
JOB ROLE:
* Work within the Speech and Language Therapy Department to deliver
services to individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities
including supporting their families.
* You will be responsible for your own caseload and for assessment,
planning, implementation and review of treatment/intervention
programmes for individuals in our care using a person centred
approach.?
* You will keep up to date with the relevant changes and best
practice in the field of intellectual disability, driving and
participating in evidence based practise.??
* Supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting
positive staff morale and team working.
* You will communicate and work in co-operation with members of an
inter-disciplinary team in providing an integrated quality service.
Reports to: Head of Operations
ESSENTIAL:
* A recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy approved
by the Department of Health and Children.
* A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.
* CORU registration (possess on closing date).
* Necessary qualification to work with clients with a wide range of
feeding/eating/drinking/swallowing disorders (FEDS).
* Relevant clinical experience working with clients who have
intellectual disabilities and autism.
* Experience working within an inter-disciplinary team.
* Excellent IT and communication skills.
* Full drivers licence and access to a car.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:
support our team members to grow and develop in their careers,
offering many opportunities for professional development as part of
this exciting and varied role.
SALARY: As per the HSE Consolidated Pay Scale.
TO APPLY: Please send your CV to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** or call
Debbie Carr on **Apply on the website** for details.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
