Are you a newly qualified practitioner, or an experienced Band 5?
Are you interested in gaining experience in speech, language, communication and dysphagia management as we have a great opportunity for you!
We can offer the chance to work towards gaining your RCSLT Dysphagia Competencies (Levels A & B/ foundation/proficient), developing your skills in dysphagia management and in complex speech, language and communication difficulties.
You don’t need to have previous mental health experience as we will provide comprehensive in-house training.
You will be guided in building your confidence and competence across a diverse caseload; including mental health conditions, dementia, learning disabilities, and neuro-divergent profiles.
You will work within our multidisciplinary team, including Dietitians and Physiotherapists as well as the ward staff.
You will have the opportunity to supervise speech and language therapy students, and apprentices.
Whether you are starting your career or looking to grow in a new direction, we will support your journey every step of the way.
Physical Health Allied Health Professions Team works within mental health units with patients who present with an acute mental health crisis. Patients who have been sectioned under the Mental Health Act are admitted to mental health hospitals for a period of assessment and treatment of their mental health diagnosis. During their admission the AHP Team are able to offer support with their physical health concerns.

Please refer the Job description for details