Speech Language Therapist

Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Speech‑Language Therapist to join our highly skilled interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. The Speech‑Language Therapist will be responsible for the assessment of clients of all ages in the community after a brain or complex injury and the development of rehabilitation interventions supporting their return to everyday lives. This may include clinic‑based or community‑based sessions. There is ongoing opportunity to increase and upskill your knowledge base with a wide variety of clients and education from our highly experienced team. This opportunity is based in Canterbury. Some travel within the wider Canterbury region will be necessary. Ka whiwhi koe i te aha /What you will get in return A friendly team focussed working environment A commitment to providing continuing professional development Reimbursement of APC Staff discounts including gym membership at corporate rates Ko wai koe/About You Mau - You will: Be committed to working within the mission and vision of the Trust. Have a strong commitment to actively work within the uara of the Trust: Manaakitaka We care Kauanuanutia We are respectful Kotahitaka We are inclusive Tika me te Pono We do it right Have a strong interest in neurological rehabilitation, including TBI, Concussion and stroke. Have experience with dysphagia assessment and management. Be comfortable working within an interdisciplinary team. Be confident in working in a fast paced, quick changing environment alongside other members of the team. Be a member with New Zealand Speech‑language Therapists' Association. We are an independent, charitable organisation driven to help our clients achieve independence, inclusion, and quality of life after a brain, spinal cord or complex injury. Through a full continuum of assessment, rehabilitation and support services, delivered when and where they're needed, our highly skilled interdisciplinary teamwork with our clients and their families/whānau to develop individualised strategies that equip them to achieve their goals. We: Welcome people with a disability. Welcome people from the Rainbow community; we have taken the Pride Pledge and are members of the Safe Spaces Alliance. Are carer friendly and accredited with CareWise. Are breastfeeding friendly and accredited with CanBreastFeed. Don't miss this opportunity to work with a skilled team, great clients and in a supportive and flexible working environment. For more information, please contact Del Eden, Clinical Lead SLT during business hours on 027 532 6971 or Pat Hopkins, Clinical Manager Rehabilitation on 03 335 0541 #J-18808-Ljbffr