Are you looking to start your career in a friendly and forward-thinking department that offers great CPD opportunities? On our most recent colleague survey, 100% of our team would recommend CHCP CIC as a place to work and believe it takes a positive approach to health and wellbeing.
We are looking for a therapist with excellent communication skills who would like to develop their specialist knowledge in working with adults with acquired neurological disorders. Our team works across Hull and East Yorkshire providing adult speech and language therapy across a number of community settings including community inpatient units, specialist multidisciplinary stroke services, community clinics, and domiciliary visits.
We also run a regular community videofluoroscopy clinic in conjunction with the local hospital trust. You will be well supported by senior staff with advanced clinical knowledge in areas of stroke, voice, dysfluency, dysphagia, and aphasia and have the opportunity to rotate between our main service and the community stroke team to develop your MDT working skills.
Main duties of the job
We are fully committed to staff development and have a robust supervision and appraisal framework in place. You will be taken through a structured preceptorship program, completing dysphagia training, in addition to having opportunities for further specialist training as needed. You will be supported by senior staff with advanced clinical knowledge in areas of stroke, voice, dysfluency, dysphagia, and aphasia, in addition to team peer support and regular team CPD meetings and supervision. Staff are also provided with the necessary information technology to enable flexible and mobile working. About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too. We recognize that high-quality care is delivered by high-quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine. Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP; you have a real voice. Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first-class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley, and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles; that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive. As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history. Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities associated with the role. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree/postgraduate qualification leading to a license to practice RCSLT membership HCPC registration May hold other relevant qualifications in work-related topics e.g., postgraduate dysphagia qualification. Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards this Knowledge
Knowledge of a wide range of communication disorders Knowledge of basic IT skills Can demonstrate theoretical knowledge to support job role Able to reflect on practice within supervision Able to identify own learning needs and engage in self-study Knowledge of dysphagia Knowledge of a range of assessment materials Knowledge of NHS initiatives Knowledge of confidentiality/Caldicott/Data Protection legislation Knowledge of RCSLT guidelines Experience
Experience of working within SLT services with a wide range of clients in undergraduate training. Experience of caseload management strategies Experience of liaison within the multidisciplinary/multi-agency team Experience in dealing successfully with difficult situations Training/experience in presentation skills Work experience with people with communication disabilities Experience of report writing Experience of using a range of assessment and intervention strategies Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
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We are fully committed to staff development and have a robust supervision and appraisal framework in place. You will be taken through a structured preceptorship program, completing dysphagia training, in addition to having opportunities for further specialist training as needed. You will be supported by senior staff with advanced clinical knowledge in areas of stroke, voice, dysfluency, dysphagia, and aphasia, in addition to team peer support and regular team CPD meetings and supervision. Staff are also provided with the necessary information technology to enable flexible and mobile working. About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too. We recognize that high-quality care is delivered by high-quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine. Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP; you have a real voice. Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first-class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley, and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles; that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive. As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history. Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities associated with the role. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree/postgraduate qualification leading to a license to practice RCSLT membership HCPC registration May hold other relevant qualifications in work-related topics e.g., postgraduate dysphagia qualification. Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards this Knowledge
Knowledge of a wide range of communication disorders Knowledge of basic IT skills Can demonstrate theoretical knowledge to support job role Able to reflect on practice within supervision Able to identify own learning needs and engage in self-study Knowledge of dysphagia Knowledge of a range of assessment materials Knowledge of NHS initiatives Knowledge of confidentiality/Caldicott/Data Protection legislation Knowledge of RCSLT guidelines Experience
Experience of working within SLT services with a wide range of clients in undergraduate training. Experience of caseload management strategies Experience of liaison within the multidisciplinary/multi-agency team Experience in dealing successfully with difficult situations Training/experience in presentation skills Work experience with people with communication disabilities Experience of report writing Experience of using a range of assessment and intervention strategies Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
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