Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

See attached job description for further information: Clinical Skills Further professional knowledge will have been gained through accredited courses workshops, study and in house training programmes. To develop own skills and knowledge and provide information to others to help their development. To be responsible, and accountable, for service delivery to clients/patients under the supervision of an integrated therapist. To be able to screen and support plans of care to meet the needs of patients with a variety of conditions. This will include continuously evaluating and discussing outcomes with an integrated therapist and when appropriate carrying out observations and informal assessments (appropriate to skills and experience) to contribute to ongoing clinical decision making by the therapist. To be able to support referrals to other health professional specialist services and agencies. To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful
choices that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life. To work frequently without direct supervision in a variety of community settings e.g. community clinics, nurseries, childrens centres, schools, homes, etc. To use judgement to modify and adapt activities to suit each situation. Computer/Administration To be computer literate and encourage implementation of the Trusts IM&T Strategy. To ensure accurate recording of actions, and updating patients records, maintaining confidentiality at all times. To take part, and assist, in the planning and administration relating to day to day running of the caseload. Communication To have a wide range of knowledge in approaches to communicating and managing patient care. To be able to effectively communicate with colleagues, peers, senior managers and clinical leads within the Trust. To anticipate barriers to communication (internal and external) and take action to improve communication (in self and others) To develop and maintain
communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations. To be able to communicate patient related information facilitating positive outcomes and ensuring collaborative working. Participate in the review and development of clinical policies and identifies improvements to service provision To be proactive in seeking out different styles and methods of communication to meet needs of clients and others Training To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others. To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops. To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to Trust strategy. To support new staff and their integration within the team and to actively provides learning and development opportunities to others To support
training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines. Specific Tasks directly related to the post: To work alongside Speech and Language Therapists using a range of therapy/interventions To teach children and carers and staff in a variety of settings, providing direction and guidance, on a range of therapy and activities, as part of own clinical work or as directed as necessary by the integrated therapist. To use effective communication tools, verbal and non-verbal, to communicate treatment programmes to children who may have barriers to communicating or understanding.