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    Speech and Language Therapist - Barry, United Kingdom - Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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    Job Summary

    Are you searching for an exciting career opportunity to enhance your clinical skills in a specialized area and contribute to service improvement? Do you want to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team? If yes, Cardiff and Vale (C&V) Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) have a role tailored for you.

    As a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with a focus on dementia care, you will become a valuable member of our Mental Health SLT Team. You will receive ongoing support through supervision, appraisal, and peer assistance. Engage in service development projects and take part in research endeavors.

    Main Duties of the Job

    - Work with a diverse client base across different age groups, including the Young Onset Dementia (YOD) team at the Cariad Centre, Barry Hospital.

    - Perform thorough swallowing and communication assessments and provide holistic management within the community.

    - Engage in inpatient and outpatient experiences to enhance your skills, including time spent in MHSOP wards and the Memory Assessment Service.

    - Contribute to the development and delivery of a new SLT training program for staff and carers, fostering innovation in patient care.

    - Fluency in Welsh is advantageous for this role, and applications from English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcomed.

    - This is a Band 6 part-time position, and experienced Band 5 therapists may be considered for the right candidate.

    About Us

    Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is a prominent Integrated Health Board in the UK, offering a myriad of career opportunities. With a focus on the health and care needs of the local population, we collaborate with partners to enhance regional services.

    Our mission, "Caring for People, Keeping People Well," underscores our commitment to equitable healthcare. Through our strategic framework, Shaping our Future Wellbeing, we aim to contribute to a healthier Wales through innovation and clinical research.

    Cardiff is a vibrant city with rich sports, arts, and cultural scenes. The Vale of Glamorgan, located west of Cardiff, offers a blend of stunning Welsh landscapes and a striking coastline, providing the best of urban and rural living.

    Job Description

    Job Responsibilities

    You can find a detailed job description and Person Specification in the attached supporting documents.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
    • HCPC Registration
    • Post Graduate training in Dysphagia
    • Undertaken relevant short courses/CPD in specialist area

    Desirable

    • Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Network
    • Membership of RCSLT

    Experience

    Essential

    • Clinical experience working with communication/swallowing problems
    • Specialist caseload experience
    • Collaboration with an MDT and others
    • Providing clinical support to others

    Desirable

    • Experience in a community setting

    Skills

    Essential

    • Advanced auditory perceptual skills
    • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
    • Effective time management and organizational skills
    • Reflective practice and critical appraisal
    • Analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Negotiation skills and managing differing perspectives

    Desirable

    • Sharing knowledge and skills
    • IT skills - proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

    Knowledge

    Essential

    • Specialized knowledge in your area of expertise
    • Stay updated on new initiatives and trends in the field

    Desirable

    • Clinical governance awareness
    • Therapy Outcome Measures

    Other

    Essential

    • Audit competency for the position
    • Resilient and capable of handling challenging situations
    • Ability to support distressed clients and families


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