Forensic Speech & Language Therapist

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work within forensic mental health services. This role focuses on providing clinical care and developing treatment programs for service users with communication needs. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and relevant post-qualification experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to improving patient care and communication for complex needs.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support for career development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a difference in community health

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent required.
• Post qualification courses in relevant areas are beneficial.
• Experience managing communication difficulties in clinical settings required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered clinical care in forensic mental health.
• Establish effective working relationships within MPFT.
• Assess service user referrals and formulate treatment programs.

Skills

Knowledge of communication and swallowing difficulties

Excellent interpersonal skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Registration with HCPC

Post qualification courses in relevant area

Job description

An NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work within forensic mental health services. This role focuses on providing clinical care and developing treatment programs for service users with communication needs. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and relevant post-qualification experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to improving patient care and communication for complex needs.