[ref. g98311022] Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - NHS

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for full details. The post holder will demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills and have undertaken appropriate post registration training To be proficient in the assessment, identification, treatment and management of the communication and swallowing needs of the learning disability population including risk assessment To be proficient in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) including manual signing and symbol use across a variety of communication environments To have knowledge of and skills in sensory impairment as related to Adults with Learning Disability To facilitate clients to access generic services as appropriate (reasonable adjustment) To facilitate and guide others in the development of information that is accessible to service users, staff, and carers To provide Dysphagia assessment where there may be risk of contact with substances such as body fluids (saliva etc) and infection guidelines must be followed To independently prioritise, maintain and manage a complex specialist Team SLT caseload within the context of the LDP To be proficient in the assessment, identification and treatment/intervention of the health needs of the learning-disabled population, including risk assessment and assessment of complex conditions e.g. mental health, epilepsy, distress behaviour including forensic issues, palliative care etc To take a lead in the coordination of complex case work as a case manager for individuals To have a good understanding of the specific needs of the service user group including at times of crisis.

e.g. during placement breakdowns, mental health and physical health relapses and periods of distress behaviour To recognise the impact of a persons communication needs and tailor interaction to meet this need To plan, implement and regularly review integrated individual support plans for each client in conjunction with team members as appropriate To develop knowledge and experience in multidisciplinary working with parents with learning disability To provide specialist clinical advice in relation to individual case work to professionals within the LDP To work to reduce health inequalities for people with a Learning Disability by working with partners in primary and secondary car