Speech & Language Therapist – Kare Adult Services

Speech & Language Therapist - Kare Adult ServicesPermanent Contract - 35 hours per weekLocation: Kilcullen, Co.KildareSpeech & Language Therapist Salary Scale: €44,563 to €63,786 DOEThe Speech and Language Therapist will work on the Adult Clinical Support Team in Kare, contributing to the delivery of an effective service in line with organisational priorities and department objectives, and always acting within their professional standards, guidelines and policy.This role will operate as part of the Speech & Language Department, which is part of a wider clinical supports team.Responsibilities:Plan and organise activities and necessary resources efficiently and effectivelyImplement sufficient clinical skills in assessment intervention and diagnostics to meet the specific needs of the relevant caseloadBe aware of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure appropriate standardsEnsures that all records and technical data are up to dare and available if requiredEnsures strict compliance with health and safety standards and adheres to operational guidelines ensuring equipment is checked and is working correctly in accordance with safety standardsCollaborate with the service user while working in partnership with their family /carers and all other relevant stakeholders to identify and achieve goalsForm strong positive working relationships across all areas of the service, builds on a common understandingAttend and actively contribute to relevant clinical and professional and service meetingsRequirements:A qualification, recognised by CORU, in Speech and Language TherapyExperience working with children/young people/ adults with disability is an advantage (including placement experience)Be registered with CORU or eligible for registration with CORU.**** graduates awaiting CORU registration and/or newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists are welcome to apply.Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by Kare and relevant professional bodiesAn undergraduate or post-graduate qualification in dysphagiaExcellent time management and IT/computer skillsBe eligible to work in IrelandFull Clean Licence and access to own vehicle is essentialBenefits include:29 days annual leavePaid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)Federation of Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme: Employer 7% & Employee 5% contributionsOptional Salary Protection PlanRewarding work with flexible hoursEmployee Assistance Programmeand local Employee DiscountsPersonal Development, Professional Growth and Career ProgressionClosing date for applications is 28th September ****.A detailed Job Description is available on request.Informal enquires to Deirdre Walsh - Clinical Supports Manager.Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information provided in your application against the requirement of the role.The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and Garda Vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable.Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales.About KareKare delivers a wide range of community-based supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in an innovative and progressive way.Our goal is to support them and their families to create a present and future that fulfils their personal potential.Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred.Visit our website: Home | KareKare is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.