SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST

Lotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to Children & Adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting. We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.
Due to continued growth and expansion of our services, we have an exciting opportunity for an organised and dynamic Speech and Language Therapist to join our team.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 3rd level qualification in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
• CORU registration
• 1 year post qualification experience working with children/young adults with ID
• Holds a full clean driving license and access to a car.
• raining in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) desirable.
• Completion of Lamh training course desirable.
• Experience completing Assessment of Need
• Trained in Picture Explanatory Communication (PECs) desirable.
• Experience in attending Service Owners assessments, reviews and participating in internal/external meetings and case conferences.
• Excellent English speaking/report writing skills.
• Garda Vetting/Police Clearance.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

• Reporting to: Director of Services
• Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Working Week: 40 hours per week with a 7-hour standard working day
• Location of Work: Midland Counties (Offaly, Kildare, Laois, Westmeath)
• Salary Scale: €50,000 to €55,000 depending on experience

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess, diagnose, and provide intervention for children presenting with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties.
• Provide individualised therapy plans, interventions, and recommendations in line with best practice and professional standards.
• Collaborate with service owners, families, carers, schools, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in discharge planning, care pathways, and onward referral processes to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate records, including assessment reports, intervention plans, and progress updates in accordance with HSE policies and HIQA standards.
• Take a lead in service development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and clinical governance activities.
• Contribute to training and education for Lotus Care staff on communication and swallowing management
• Maintain high professional standards in ethics, confidentiality, and diversity awareness.
• Manage and prioritise an independent caseload.
• Refer service owners to appropriate multidisciplinary team members as required.