Job Reference: FRS53448
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FRS are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of the Health Service Executive (HSE) for a Fulltime, permanent Speech and Language Therapist to work within the Integrated Care for Older Persons team in Co. Roscommon.
The aim of the integrated Care Programme for Older Persons is to develop and implement integrated services and pathways for olderpeople with complex health and social care needs, shifting the delivery of care away from acute hospitals towards community based, planned and coordinated care.
The objective of the programme is to improve the quality of life for older people by providing access to integrated care and support that is planned around their needs and choices, supporting them to live well in their own homes and communities
HSE Payscale: €39,534 - €57,336 DOE
Main duty:
The Speech and Language Therapist will manage any speech, language and/or communication difficulties that an older person living in the community, may experience. They will also assess and treat people to have Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Difficulties.
Permanent Vacancy1.0 WTE - Roscommon Town
Candidates who are seeking contract/temporary work will also be considered.
EssentialCriteria:
* BSc in Speech and Language Therapy or its equivalent
* CORU Registration
* Excellent communication skills and organisational skills
* Full clean driver's license with access to own transport essential
Benefits:
* Generousannual leave and public bank holidays.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Supervision and continuous training sessions.
Contact: If you are interested and would like to find out more about this role, please contact Isabel Gough, Recruitment Consultant, Allied Healthcare Division, FRS Recruitment. Tel: M: 0861449043 for more info.
Industry: Medical and Nursing
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Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Skills: Speech and Language, Older person, Roscommon
Contact Name: Isabel Gough
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