Autism Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Adults) – Cornwall

CORNWALL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Truro; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join the Autism Intensive Support Team. You will work closely with adults with Autistic Spectrum Conditions, providing comprehensive assessments and individualized interventions to facilitate discharges and crisis support. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing complex communication needs, strong training skills, and knowledge of current legislation relating to Autism. Flexibility in workplace arrangements is supported.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts from retailers

Qualifications

• Experience working with Adults with Autism and complex communication needs.
• Good understanding of current legislation and practices relating to Autism.
• Experience delivering training programmes related to communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with Adults.
• Undertake comprehensive assessment and formulate individualized interventions.
• Lead on planning and delivery of education to health/social care workers.

Skills

Experience with Adults with Autism

Assessment and management of complex communication needs

Excellent presentation and communication skills

IT literacy and experience using digital clinical records

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

A healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join the Autism Intensive Support Team. You will work closely with adults with Autistic Spectrum Conditions, providing comprehensive assessments and individualized interventions to facilitate discharges and crisis support. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing complex communication needs, strong training skills, and knowledge of current legislation relating to Autism. Flexibility in workplace arrangements is supported.