Highly Specialist Speech

Highly Specialist Speech & Language TherapistWe are looking to recruit an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to work with Older Adults presenting with communication difficulties and dysphagia within the Slough and Bracknell OPMH Community Services. The teams support patients with both dementia and functional mental health difficulties.You will need to provide specialist clinical advice and support regarding communication, differential diagnosis assessment & dysphagia, as well as develop related treatment plans for our patients. SLT intervention will be in conjunction with other Care pathways and treatment provided.We are friendly, dynamic and supportive teams, and you will have the opportunity to work across two very diverse localities. Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust offers Mobile working and you will have access to agile working opportunities. You will be actively encouraged to develop in your role within the team, and have regular access to supervision, training and peer support in your role.Main duties of the jobProviding assessment, advice and support to patients with communication difficulties that are currently open to the service (one to one and in groups). Developing, monitoring and reviewing related treatment plans.Working closely with and supporting colleagues within the MDT, providing specialist advice and support around communication and/or swallowing issueAbout usBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:Caring for and about you is our top priorityCommitted to providing good quality, safe servicesWorking Together with you to develop innovative solutionsYour wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:Flexible working options to support work-life balance27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sellExcellent learning and career development opportunities'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehiclesAccess to a range of wellbeing tools and servicesDiscounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurantsStaff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equalityGenerous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leaveFree parking across Trust sitesJob responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role:Qualified and registered to practiceEnjoy working with Older adultsRelevant experience working in similar field/communityExcellent communication and engagement skillsMust be able to drive and own carFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contact: Rashieda Ebrahim on 0300 247 3001 or rashieda.ebrahim@berkshire.nhs.uk or wholl be delighted to helpPerson SpecificationEducation/Qualifications/TrainingRecognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent Licence to PracticeRegistration with Health Care Professionals Council.Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language TherapistContinuous Professional DevelopmentEvidence of successful post-graduate study through CPD portfolioMSc or at least 3 years experience in co-working with expert practitioners and undertaking specialist formal training.Previous ExperienceAt least 5 years post-graduate experienceExperience in developing and delivering training packages to other disciplines, carers and service usersExperience in inter-agency workingExperience in changing own practiceKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skillsGood negotiation and problem solving skillsExcellent presentation skills, both written and verbalExcellent organisational skillsGood auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phoneticallyKnowledge of national policies and procedures both NHS, Government and local Authority relevant to the client group.Knowledge of relevant procedures and other relevant legal frameworks including Safeguarding Adults, Mental Capacity ActUnderstanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)Knowledge of standards of record keepingAdditional RequirementsValid driving licence and access to a vehicleAbility to travel to multiple sitesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.£50,008 to £56,908 a yearper annum, pro rata (inc. of HCAS) #J-18808-Ljbffr