Description
We are seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join our Adult Deaf Services team, providing specialist assessment, treatment, and support for Deaf adults with mental health diagnoses. The successful applicant will have experience working with Deaf adults and a strong understanding of Deaf culture and community.
The role involves working across both the specialist Bluebell Inpatient Unit and the Deaf Adult Community Team, providing a tertiary level speech and language therapy service to Deaf adults with a mental health diagnosis whose first language is primarily British Sign Language (BSL).
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing and diagnosing communication, language, and language deprivation difficulties in Deaf adults
- Developing and implementing specialist SLT advice, recommendations, and intervention programmes
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including Consultant Psychiatrists, Specialist Community Psychiatric Nurses, and British Sign Language Interpreters
- Providing consultation and second opinions to other specialist SLTs and professionals
The salary for this position ranges from £66,274 to £73,496 per annum, pro-rata.
We offer flexible working, career development, and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Job Requirements:
- Graduate Diploma / Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
- Registered with Health Professions Council
- Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate experience as a SLT
- Experience of working with clients with challenging behaviour
- Experience of facilitating groups
Desirable Skills:
- Master's degree, or related training and experience to master's level equivalent
- British Sign Language Signature Level 2 or equivalent fluency
- Experience of working with Deaf Adults and/or teenagers/children
- Training in management and/or leadership skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary: £66,274 to £73,496 per annum
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career development opportunities
- Variety of benefits