We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply.
Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to join a warm, welcoming and inclusive multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing flexible, creative, person-centered and evidence-based support within an inpatient mental health setting for adults and older people?
If so, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Speech and Language therapist to join our multidisciplinary team and support the development of the Speech and Language Therapy clinical pathways and service offer for the specialist mental health inpatient service. This is a newly created post within a brand new team and will be supported by a highly specialist speech and language therapist working across the inpatient locality services within the care group. This is a post available at either Bowmere Hospital at Chester/Springview Hospital on the Wirral.
The roles provides an opportunity to be actively involved in service development projects to ensure the provision of a high quality service.
This post would also suit an experienced Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist looking to take on a Band 5 to 6 progressive role to build on post-graduate experiences to pursue a role working in the fields of Autism and Mental Health. Further CPD opportunities would be available, such as Dysphagia Training.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be expected to support the development of the SLT service within inpatient specialist mental health services. The post holders will carry a caseload, completing assessments and interventions, including assessment and management of communication needs, dysphagia/eating and drinking difficulties and advising on inclusive communication strategies for people with a range of mental health needs and co-occurring conditions who are supported within specialist mental health inpatient services. The post holders will also offer advice, training and consultation to other clinicians and support staff. The post holders will take a key role improving the identification and support of people on the autistic spectrum and will have experience and additional training in this area. The successful applicants will work within a multi-disciplinary team comprising of a range of mental health professionals. There will be regular professional supervision. The posts will involve liaison, joint-working and providing advice to other clinical, social and care agencies and other external agencies when appropriate.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment , which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in SLT HCPC registration Evidence of attendance at relevant short courses
Desirable
DISCO or ADOS/ADI-R trained Post basic dysphagia qualification Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Knowledge and understanding of person centred care Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and quality framework associated with the clinical speciality (e.g. MHA, Clinical & Social Governance). Good working knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and SLT role within it Understanding and application of safeguarding procedures, and input into complex intervention plans Ability to produce reports and guidelines Interest in undertaking CPD
Desirable
Knowledge of medical and mental health conditions, diagnosis, treatment and care
Experience
Essential
Experience of working with people with mental health issues/learning disabilities/autism services Experience of providing supervision to others Direct experience of working with service users with complex needs alongside, or with supervision, from a more specialist SLT Awareness of current mental health agenda at both a national and local level Awareness of relevant legislation, national policy and best practice guidance
Desirable
Bed based experience Experience of working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders Experience of delivering training Experience in service development
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Springview Hospital, Clatterbridge Health Park
Clatterbridge Road
Cheshire
CH63 4JY
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
373-SMH2123-A RR #J-18808-Ljbffr
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply.
Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to join a warm, welcoming and inclusive multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing flexible, creative, person-centered and evidence-based support within an inpatient mental health setting for adults and older people?
If so, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Speech and Language therapist to join our multidisciplinary team and support the development of the Speech and Language Therapy clinical pathways and service offer for the specialist mental health inpatient service. This is a newly created post within a brand new team and will be supported by a highly specialist speech and language therapist working across the inpatient locality services within the care group. This is a post available at either Bowmere Hospital at Chester/Springview Hospital on the Wirral.
The roles provides an opportunity to be actively involved in service development projects to ensure the provision of a high quality service.
This post would also suit an experienced Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist looking to take on a Band 5 to 6 progressive role to build on post-graduate experiences to pursue a role working in the fields of Autism and Mental Health. Further CPD opportunities would be available, such as Dysphagia Training.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be expected to support the development of the SLT service within inpatient specialist mental health services. The post holders will carry a caseload, completing assessments and interventions, including assessment and management of communication needs, dysphagia/eating and drinking difficulties and advising on inclusive communication strategies for people with a range of mental health needs and co-occurring conditions who are supported within specialist mental health inpatient services. The post holders will also offer advice, training and consultation to other clinicians and support staff. The post holders will take a key role improving the identification and support of people on the autistic spectrum and will have experience and additional training in this area. The successful applicants will work within a multi-disciplinary team comprising of a range of mental health professionals. There will be regular professional supervision. The posts will involve liaison, joint-working and providing advice to other clinical, social and care agencies and other external agencies when appropriate.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment , which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in SLT HCPC registration Evidence of attendance at relevant short courses
Desirable
DISCO or ADOS/ADI-R trained Post basic dysphagia qualification Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Knowledge and understanding of person centred care Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and quality framework associated with the clinical speciality (e.g. MHA, Clinical & Social Governance). Good working knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and SLT role within it Understanding and application of safeguarding procedures, and input into complex intervention plans Ability to produce reports and guidelines Interest in undertaking CPD
Desirable
Knowledge of medical and mental health conditions, diagnosis, treatment and care
Experience
Essential
Experience of working with people with mental health issues/learning disabilities/autism services Experience of providing supervision to others Direct experience of working with service users with complex needs alongside, or with supervision, from a more specialist SLT Awareness of current mental health agenda at both a national and local level Awareness of relevant legislation, national policy and best practice guidance
Desirable
Bed based experience Experience of working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders Experience of delivering training Experience in service development
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Springview Hospital, Clatterbridge Health Park
Clatterbridge Road
Cheshire
CH63 4JY
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
373-SMH2123-A RR #J-18808-Ljbffr
