Band 7 CAMH ABI Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Band 7 CAMH ABI Speech and Language Therapist

Specialism: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) / Speech and Language Therapy

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Salary: Up to £31 per hour

Type: Part-time Locum, 22.5 hours per week

About the Role

Embark on an exciting journey as a Band 7 CAMH ABI Speech and Language Therapist in the vibrant city of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Join us part-time for 22.5 hours per week and earn up to £31 per hour in a role that offers ongoing opportunities for growth and development. This post is an outstanding chance to take your career to new heights within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), specialising in Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). Whether you already have extensive experience or are looking to deepen your expertise, Cambridge offers the perfect backdrop for your professional adventure.

Perks and benefits

• Locum job: Experience the flexibility and variety that comes with locum work, where you can tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle. Enjoy the freedom to explore different working environments while constantly acquiring new skills and experience.
• Competitive pay rate: With rates of up to £31 per hour, your expertise and hard work will be well-rewarded.
• Career advancement: Opportunities for career growth are abundant with ongoing roles that allow you to enhance and expand your skill set.
• Work-life balance: By working part-time, you can maintain a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you have plenty of time to enjoy everything Cambridge has to offer.

What you will do

• Manage a specialist caseload of children and young people with acquired brain injuries, providing high levels of care and support.
• Undertake highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessments to identify and address communication challenges.
• Deliver targeted rehabilitation interventions for children and young people with complex needs, aiming for impactful outcomes.
• Assess and manage communication difficulties associated with acquired brain injury, providing tailored treatment plans.
• Play a vital role in neuropsychological assessments and rehabilitation programmes, leveraging your expertise to drive positive change.
• Act as a care coordinator for clients as required, ensuring holistic care approaches that consider all aspects of their health and well-being.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary neurorehabilitation team, sharing insights and strategies to enhance service delivery.
• Support the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs of service users, ensuring comprehensive care.
• Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure a coordinated and supportive approach to treatment.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports, ensuring high standards of documentation.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives, helping to shape the future of therapy services.

Living and working in Cambridge

Imagine living and working in Cambridge, a city renowned for its history, culture, and academic excellence. With a vibrant mix of the old and new, Cambridge offers a beautiful and inspirational setting, ideal for both personal and professional growth. From its stunning architecture to its idyllic green spaces and riverside walks, Cambridge is an exceptional place to live, work, and thrive. Join us and be part of something inspiring!

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