The Health Service Executive (HSE) is seeking a Rehabilitation Coordinator (Speech and Language Therapist – Clinical Specialist, Grade 3025) for St. Finbarr’s Rehabilitation Unit in Cork. This permanent wholetime post sits within the Health and Social Care Professionals category and focuses on complex neurorehabilitation and recovery. The role is based on the HSE consolidated salary scale for Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapists, currently €70,698–€82,040 per annum (as of 1 August 2025), plus standard HSE benefits.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate the speech and language therapy contribution to the rehabilitation pathway at St. Finbarr’s Rehabilitation Unit.
• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with complex communication and swallowing disorders, often in the context of neurological conditions or frailty.
• Develop, implement and regularly review individualised rehabilitation plans in partnership with service users, families and the wider interdisciplinary team.
• Act as a clinical specialist resource for colleagues, offering expert advice, case discussion and joint working on complex presentations.
• Lead on dysphagia management, including instrumental assessment where available, care planning, staff training and risk management.
• Contribute to service planning, quality improvement and innovation within the unit and the wider HSE South West region.
• Participate in and/or lead clinical audits, outcome measurement and service evaluation to support evidence-based practice.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and professional support to junior Speech and Language Therapists, students and other Health and Social Care Professionals as appropriate.
• Deliver training and education sessions to ward staff, carers and other stakeholders on communication, swallowing and person-centred rehabilitation approaches.
• Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records in line with HSE policies, data protection requirements and professional standards.
• Participate in relevant clinical governance structures, incident review, risk management and continuous quality improvement activity.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy that is eligible for registration with CORU (or be currently registered).
• At the time of appointment, full CORU registration (or eligibility for same within HSE timeframes).
• Significant post-qualification experience as a Speech and Language Therapist, including substantial experience in adult neurorehabilitation and/or complex disability.
• Demonstrated specialist clinical expertise in assessment and management of communication disorders and dysphagia in adults.
• Experience of working as part of an interdisciplinary team within an acute, post-acute or rehabilitation setting.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in relevant areas such as neurorehabilitation, dysphagia, cognition and communication, or related specialist fields.
• Proven ability to lead on complex cases, provide clinical supervision and contribute to service development or quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with service users, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise a complex caseload in a busy rehabilitation environment.
• Familiarity with HSE policies, standards and clinical governance requirements or willingness to quickly gain this knowledge.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary: HSE Consolidated Salary Scales – Speech and Language Therapist, Clinical Specialist (Grade 3025), effective 1 August 2025:
– €70,698–€82,040 per annum (9-point scale, incremental in line with HSE rules).
• Contract type: Permanent wholetime (full-time).
• Working hours: Standard HSE full-time hours, with flexibility as required to meet service needs.
• Annual leave and public holidays in line with HSE terms and conditions for this grade.
• Access to HSE pension scheme, paid sick leave and other benefits in accordance with national agreements and HSE policy.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, supervision and participation in CPD activities.
Location & Employer Information
The post is based at St. Finbarr’s Rehabilitation Unit, Cork, within the HSE South West health region. The unit provides multidisciplinary rehabilitation services to adults, supporting recovery, independence and quality of life following illness or injury.
The employer for this role is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s national public health service. As Ireland’s largest healthcare organisation, the HSE provides a comprehensive range of acute, community and specialist services across the country and offers structured pay, conditions and progression opportunities.
Application Details
• Reference Number: CUHSF87731
• Advertisement Source: HSE
• Recruiter: HSE South West: Kerry and Cork
• Application method: Online via the official application portal at: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/87731
• Before applying, candidates should download, save and carefully read the official Job Specification and Application Form attached to the HSE advertisement for this post. It is strongly recommended to review the Job Specification in full before completing the application form.
• Closing date: 28 November 2025 at 12:00 (midday). Late applications will not be accepted.
• Proposed interview date: To be confirmed and communicated to shortlisted candidates.
• Informal enquiries are welcome:
– Contact: Sinead Brosnan, Speech & Language Therapy Manager & HSCP Lead
– Email: [email protected]
This job is in the HSE and is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants. Applicants should ensure they meet eligibility criteria, including CORU registration, and provide full and accurate information on the application form.
