Senior Speech and Language Therapist
We are currently seeking a Senior Speech & Language Therapist to join the Psychiatry of Later Life team within Midlands Mental Health Services, based in Portlaoise. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with older adults presenting with complex mental health, cognitive, and communication needs within a specialist multidisciplinary setting.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Speech & Language Therapist:
- Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and management of communication and swallowing disorders in older adults
- Work with service users presenting with conditions such as dementia, delirium, and other mental health disorders
- Deliver dysphagia assessment and management in line with best practice guidelines
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, and social work
- Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based treatment plans
- Provide education and training to staff, families, and caregivers
- Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service audits and development initiatives
Requirements for the Senior Speech & Language Therapist:
- Degree in Speech & Language Therapy
- CORU registration (or eligibility)
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience
- Demonstrated experience in dysphagia management
- Experience working with older adults or within mental health services desirable
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills
Desirable
- Experience in Psychiatry of Later Life or geriatric services
- Postgraduate training in dysphagia or related areas
- Previous experience within HSE or similar public health services
What’s on Offer
- Competitive HSE-aligned salary
- Opportunity to work within a specialist Psychiatry of Later Life team
- Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Valuable experience in a highly specialised clinical area
Contact Us:
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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