Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Down Syndrome Ireland
- Claregalway, Co Galway
- €32,473 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- To work effectively as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant incorporating therapy, support and administrative roles
- Facilitate therapy programme under the direction and supervision of the Senior Speech and Language Therapist (SSLT)
- Co-facilitate or lead therapy groups under the direction and supervision of the SSLT
- Prepare and set up treatment areas for individual or group therapy sessions including tidying area and storing away equipment used upon completion of the session.
- Observe the general performance, behaviour and ability of individuals during therapeutic interventions. Record and report these observations to the SSLT.
- Document member contacts/interventions in the relevant member file.
- Develop rapport with members and their families and demonstrate positive attitude, respect and compassion in interactions.
- Liaise and communicate effectively with SSLT and multi-disciplinary team members as appropriate to ensure co-ordinated intervention.
- Record accurate member statistics and other administrative
- Develop therapy resources and materials under the direction of the Speech and Language Therapist
- Maintain professional standards in relation to consent, confidentiality, ethics and legislation.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, particularly in listening, giving explanations/directions and reporting back on observations.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and ability to empathise with members, relatives and colleagues.
- Demonstrates ability and understanding in working with people with complex needs/disabilities and/or behaviour that challenges.
- Demonstrates evidence of enthusiasm and interest in working with children and people to carry out meaningful goals
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with all grades of staff and professions
- Demonstrates flexibility in the role including rotation to different areas within the Speech and Language Therapy service Paediatric/Adult service
- Fetac Level 5 qualification (Speech and Language Therapy Assistant) or Relevant Qualification in the field of Health & Social Care And B)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a health setting with children and adults with disabilities
- Must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role.
- Experience of Lámh and other Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Own transport and full clean driving licence.
- Demonstration of strong IT skills including Microsoft suite and report creation
- 25 days annual leave
- 2 Company/Discretionary Days
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme