Speech and Language Therapist (CAMHS Inpatient)

Cygnet Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in England is seeking a passionate Speech and Language Therapist for their CAMHS service at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield. The role involves assessing and managing young people aged 12-18 with communication needs and mental health conditions. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have a strong desire to contribute positively to service users. This position offers competitive salary and professional development in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Benefits

Salary: £31,317 per year

Access to a network of over 55 SLTs

Excellent Clinical Supervision

Meal provision on duty

Pension scheme

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Current Registration with HCPC and membership of professional body (RCSLT).
• Evidence of being a strong team player with a genuine desire to help others.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose young people with complex communication needs.
• Train others and promote good practice in communication skills.
• Provide focused support with low caseload numbers.

Skills

Strong clinical and professional skills

Experience or keen interest in CYP, criminal justice and Mental Health Conditions

Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support

Good organisational and project management skills

Ability to work flexibly

Enthusiasm and motivation

Education

Diploma/Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there\'s no better feeling. It\'s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for delivering outstanding care and treatment, to join us at our CAMHS service at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield.

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield provides a CAMHS service supporting young people aged between 12-18 with a range of mental health needs in acute environments (GAU) and a Hybrid Intensive Support service (ISS) model enabling individuals to transition between planned short-term and long-term stays in response to presentation and needs. The aim of the service is to help young people strengthen their skills, stabilise, and return to the community as soon as possible.

Overview

Choose a new role that has the opportunities you need to grow.

At Cygnet Group our reputation for quality and innovation makes us an excellent choice at this key time in your career. In your role as an SLT in our team, you\'ll be enabled to build your clinical knowledge, skills and experience whilst making a real difference to service user outcomes. You will work closely with Phoenix School (on-site) to provide tailored assessments and therapy, where you will help young people gain the communication skills they need to thrive in their learning environment and improve function.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with:

• A Diploma/Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and current Registration with HCPC and membership of professional body (RCSLT)
• Strong clinical and professional skills
• Experience or keen interest in the field of CYP, criminal justice and Mental Health Conditions
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support with an emphasis on person-centred planning
• Evidence of being a strong team player with a genuine desire to help others
• Good organisational and project management skills
• Ability to work flexibly in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Enthusiasm, motivation and passion

Five reasons to apply today

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will assess, diagnose and play a key role in the management of young people with complex communication needs, behaviours that challenge and other diagnosed / undiagnosed conditions. Under the guidance of the supervising SLT, you will be able to train others, promote good practice and maintain a successful total communication environment. Low caseload numbers enable you to provide focused support.
• You will have the opportunity to progress your career under the guidance of an experienced clinical supervisor and clinical team.
• We offer additional support to newly and recently qualified SLTs through the delivery of a development programme, which will enable you develop your knowledge and skills and evidence your competencies.
• You will have access to the resources you need to deliver the highest quality service and maintain an inclusive communication environment.
• You will have access to a network of over 55 SLTs in the Cygnet Group working within different specialisms including Forensic Practice, LD, ASD, Acute mental health, brain injury and inpatient CAMHS.

In return we\'ll offer you:

• Salary: £31,317 per year
• Support with your NQP competencies, including access to our Band 5 Development Forum
• An immediate peer network of SLTs working with Cygnet Bury CAMHS
• Excellent Clinical Supervision, CPD and developmental opportunities
• Full support from an onsite multidisciplinary team
• Routine service meetings with Cygnet Speech and Language Therapists
• Access to symbol software
• Support with accessing relevant clinical resources, including access to an Amazon Business account
• Meal provision on duty
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre including Blue Light cards, gym memberships and much more!
• Pension scheme
• Full induction training

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Katie Dixon, Specialist Recruiter on 07436 256 225 or Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare) on 07885 476 384.

Are you ready for a new and rewarding opportunity? Please apply now.

Closing date: 1 month

Interview date(s): TBC

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