Speech and Language Therapist – Co. Wicklow.

Speech and Language Therapist | Co. Wicklow

Location: Co. Wicklow Contract Type: Full-Time Position (39 Hours per Week) on a 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Salary: From €43,268 per annum (€21.34 per hour), depending on experience

Speech and Language Therapist Jobs Wicklow | Adult Disability Services

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference while developing your career within disability services?

3Q Recruitment is recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist disability service supporting people with autism across Leinster.

This opportunity offers the chance to work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that promote communication, independence and quality of life.

Based in Co. Wicklow, the successful candidate will be required to travel across services throughout Leinster as part of the role.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a key role in supporting communication development, assessing individual needs and contributing to person-centred support plans that empower individuals to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Undertake communication and competency assessments for individuals supported by the service.
• Develop and implement person-centred communication support plans.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families and support staff.
• Provide guidance and support to staff teams where appropriate.
• Support individuals to maximise communication, participation and independence.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Ensure services are delivered in line with professional standards, legislation and best practice.
• Promote high-quality outcomes and continuous service improvement.

RequirementsEssential Qualifications

• Recognised Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Current CORU Registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Minimum 2 years’ post-graduate experience as a Speech and Language Therapist.

Desirable

• Membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT).

Experience & Skills

• Experience working within Adult Disability Services.
• Experience supporting people with autism desirable.
• Strong understanding of person-centred practice.
• Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Full clean Irish driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business insurance.

What We’re Looking For We are seeking someone who can

• Take time to understand each person’s individual communication needs.
• Adapt communication approaches to suit different individuals.
• Build positive and trusting relationships.
• Promote independence, choice and participation.
• Support people to develop skills and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and support networks.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred clinical supports.

Benefits

• Education Support Scheme
• Company Pension with Employer Contribution
• Sick Pay Benefit
• Access to Healthcare Plans
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Paternity Leave
• 22 Days Annual Leave
• Premium Rates for Evening and Weekend Work
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount Scheme with Cara Pharmacy
• Paid Breaks
• Birthday Leave
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities

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