Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join Cornwall's well established Criminal Justice Liaison and Diversion service.
Liaison Diversion (L&D) service sits as a top priority within the government's health and justice agenda. The Peninsula L&D service is part of the national L&D NHS England commissioned services. The L&D service operates by assessing and referring persons (of all ages) going through the criminal justice pathway who are suspected of having mental health, learning disabilities, substance misuse or other vulnerabilities to an appropriate treatment or support service.
This is a community-based role that requires frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as a senior member of the multi-disciplinary team comprising of a range of mental health professionals. They will play a key role in leading the assessment process and offer interventions for people identified as having speech, language and communication needs as well as the production of accessible information. The successful applicant will work within the two custody centres and within the two magistrates courts in Cornwall. They will work alongside the police, court staff and Liaison and Diversion colleagues. They will also liaise with a wide range of both statutory and non-statutory agencies. They will also be expected to deliver communication training to non-speech and language therapy colleagues.
The post-holder needs to be a highly skilled practitioner in the assessment and treatment of communication difficulties with people with a wide range of different mental health difficulties and other vulnerabilities. Previous experience of working within adult mental health services and within a criminal justice setting is essential together with a willingness to embrace the challenges of working within an environment with a diverse client group. Strong engagement skills are important, as is the ability to work well as part of the wider multi-agency team. They will receive regular high-level supervision and will have the regular opportunity to link in with Speech and Language Therapists within the Directorate.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum/Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
201-25-298
Job locations
Carew House
Bodmin
PL31 2QN
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role, please see supporting documents.
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role, please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
- Current professional registration - HCPC
- A degree in a health related subject or equivalent professional qualification in Speech and Language
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Member of RCSLT
- Post graduate qualification/training in area of specialism
- Working within a range of settings ideally including within a criminal justice setting
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Excellent clinical assessment skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and achieve
Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements
- In depth knowledge of relevant RCSLT clinical guidelines and professional standard
- Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
- Able to gather and assimilated large quantities of information from various sources, in order to reach a conclusion about a person's presentation, diagnosis and onward care pathway
Desirable
- Sound knowledge and application of Speech and Language therapy models and approaches
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
- Current professional registration - HCPC
- A degree in a health related subject or equivalent professional qualification in Speech and Language
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Member of RCSLT
- Post graduate qualification/training in area of specialism
- Working within a range of settings ideally including within a criminal justice setting
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Excellent clinical assessment skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and achieve
Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements
- In depth knowledge of relevant RCSLT clinical guidelines and professional standard
- Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
- Able to gather and assimilated large quantities of information from various sources, in order to reach a conclusion about a person's presentation, diagnosis and onward care pathway
Desirable
- Sound knowledge and application of Speech and Language therapy models and approaches
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Carew House
Bodmin
PL31 2QN
Employer's website
https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Carew House
Bodmin
PL31 2QN
Employer's website
https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Manager
Tina Carrington
01208834747
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum/Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
201-25-298
Job locations
Carew House
Bodmin
PL31 2QN
Supporting documents
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