Job summary
37.5 hours per week,
including occasional unsociable working (Part time
considered)
At Willen Hospice, we believe in living well until the very end. Our
multidisciplinary team delivers compassionate, specialist care to patients and
families navigating life-limiting illness.
We are excited to offer a new role for a self-motivated Therapy
Assistant to join our therapy services and help make every moment count.
As a Therapy Assistant Practitioner, you will play a vital role in
supporting the delivery of high-quality therapy services within an inpatient
and community setting.
Working closely with our Therapeutic and Nursing teams, you will help
patients maximise their independence, dignity and comfort.
Main duties of the job
What You'll Do:
- Support the
delivery of therapeutic and rehabilitative care, managing a delegated caseload
- Undertake patient
assessments, implementing and evaluating therapeutic interventions, and
supporting discharge planning.
- Maintain
accurate documentation and contribute to service development.
- Provide emotional
support to patients and their families with compassion and sensitivity.
What Youll Need
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Relevant experience of working as a Therapy Assistant or
Clinical Support Worker
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience of managing own caseload
- Show empathy, compassion, and a commitment to high
standards of care
- To be a team player who thrives in a values-led,
supportive environment
This is more than a job its a chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. You'll be part of a compassionate, diverse, and committed team that puts quality care and dignity at the heart of everything we do.
Apply today and become part of something meaningful.
This appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
About us
Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist
palliative care within the Milton Keynes area. We offer 24 hour / seven days a week palliative care to people who
have advanced disease, caring for people in our Inpatient Unit which
accommodates 15 patients and the local community. Our person centred care is
delivered with compassion and respect for peoples wishes. We have an
expanding Therapeutic & Wellbeing service offering Psychological Wellbeing,
Social Care, Physiotherapy, Occupational and Complementary Therapy. Our dedicated
Business Development teams and retail portfolio of shops raise vital funds to
deliver this care.
Why Join Us?
- A Role with
Purpose Be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care.
- Supportive &
Caring Environment Work with passionate colleagues.
- Great Benefits
Package Including 35 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick
pay, and ongoing professional development.
- Perks &
Extras Free on-site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts
(with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Please be aware that this advert will close early if a high number of
applications are received
Interview Date: 8th
July
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Develop therapeutic partnerships with patients to
maximise their independence in context of their potential.
-
Undertake assessment and intervention autonomously,
both on an individual and group basis as appropriate, within a designated
caseload and within scope of competence.
-
Gather patient information as required, using
available resources, including interviews with patient and/or carer, clinical
records, liaison with other staff involved in the patient's care, internal
and external agencies.
-
Coordinate and lead therapeutic activities in the Wellbeing
Centre and In-Patient Unit, working with and delegating to other support
staff, including volunteers, within scope of role.
-
Negotiate and agree functional treatment goals with
the patient using a range of technical and creative skills as delegated by
therapy staff.
-
Deliver therapy treatment plans as delegated and
designed by the Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. These plans
will have a rehabilitative or compensatory approach as needed to enable
patients to participate in treatment episodes and carry out activities of
daily living.
-
Provide general advice to patients, relatives and
carers to enable understanding of the aims of the prescribed intervention,
ensuring there is a consistent approach to patient care and offering
information on hospice and community services.
-
Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter
treatment programmes if required, in discussion with the Therapy team where
necessary.
-
Be responsible for the agreed discharge of patients
following completion of an episode of care under the guidance of clinicians.
-
Visit patients in their own homes to assess for
suitability of equipment required for discharge, and identify when further
referral is required as delegated by the OT.
-
Engage in clinical and management supervision.
Administration and Communication
-
Be a member of an integrated team, sharing
information with team members and having an awareness of operating
procedures.
-
Participate in and/or facilitate multidisciplinary
professional meetings representing both the MDT as required, e.g. staff
forum.
-
Communicate effectively with patients with complex
communication difficulties and/or cognitive problems by utilising a variety
of communication media.
-
Responsible for maintaining accurate clinical
records for a designated caseload.
-
Be responsible for collecting clinical statistics,
as delegated by MDT.
-
Participate fully in service development as
requested by therapy staff.
-
Participate in project working groups/audit, as
requested by therapy staff.
-
Liaise with, coordinate and facilitate
multi-disciplinary and multi-agency referrals for patients and carers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Develop therapeutic partnerships with patients to
maximise their independence in context of their potential.
-
Undertake assessment and intervention autonomously,
both on an individual and group basis as appropriate, within a designated
caseload and within scope of competence.
-
Gather patient information as required, using
available resources, including interviews with patient and/or carer, clinical
records, liaison with other staff involved in the patient's care, internal
and external agencies.
-
Coordinate and lead therapeutic activities in the Wellbeing
Centre and In-Patient Unit, working with and delegating to other support
staff, including volunteers, within scope of role.
-
Negotiate and agree functional treatment goals with
the patient using a range of technical and creative skills as delegated by
therapy staff.
-
Deliver therapy treatment plans as delegated and
designed by the Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. These plans
will have a rehabilitative or compensatory approach as needed to enable
patients to participate in treatment episodes and carry out activities of
daily living.
-
Provide general advice to patients, relatives and
carers to enable understanding of the aims of the prescribed intervention,
ensuring there is a consistent approach to patient care and offering
information on hospice and community services.
-
Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter
treatment programmes if required, in discussion with the Therapy team where
necessary.
-
Be responsible for the agreed discharge of patients
following completion of an episode of care under the guidance of clinicians.
-
Visit patients in their own homes to assess for
suitability of equipment required for discharge, and identify when further
referral is required as delegated by the OT.
-
Engage in clinical and management supervision.
Administration and Communication
-
Be a member of an integrated team, sharing
information with team members and having an awareness of operating
procedures.
-
Participate in and/or facilitate multidisciplinary
professional meetings representing both the MDT as required, e.g. staff
forum.
-
Communicate effectively with patients with complex
communication difficulties and/or cognitive problems by utilising a variety
of communication media.
-
Responsible for maintaining accurate clinical
records for a designated caseload.
-
Be responsible for collecting clinical statistics,
as delegated by MDT.
-
Participate fully in service development as
requested by therapy staff.
-
Participate in project working groups/audit, as
requested by therapy staff.
-
Liaise with, coordinate and facilitate
multi-disciplinary and multi-agency referrals for patients and carers.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working as Health Care Assistant/ Physiotherapy assistant/Occupational Therapy assistant.
- Experience of running groups.
- Competent IT skills, including email and the ability to navigate and use a clinical IT system.
- Experience of managing own caseload.
Desirable
- Experience of working in palliative care.
- Experience of working with Volunteers.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Care Certificate, or working towards.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working as Health Care Assistant/ Physiotherapy assistant/Occupational Therapy assistant.
- Experience of running groups.
- Competent IT skills, including email and the ability to navigate and use a clinical IT system.
- Experience of managing own caseload.
Desirable
- Experience of working in palliative care.
- Experience of working with Volunteers.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Care Certificate, or working towards.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
