Job summary
The Community Rehabilitation
Service supports individuals in their recovery from mental ill-health. The role
of the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant is to work across the rehabilitation
pathway, supporting in the occupational assessment of the health, social and
wellbeing needs of the individuals using the service, as well as the delivery
of appropriate interventions accordingly. The successful candidate will be able
to work both autonomously as well as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT),
attending reviews, MDT meetings and other meetings whether clinical or not.
The Rehabilitation Therapy
Assistant role will work under the supervision of the Occupational
Therapist/Clinical Lead, and is paramount in the safe, consistent and effective
delivery of the service.
Strong communication,
organisational and clinical skills are essential, as well as a solid value base
and the ability to role model professional practice and behaviour.
Main duties of the job
Provide occupational therapy assessment based on rehabilitation need.
Plan and
ensure provision of appropriate treatment to promote physical wellbeing and support
mental health recovery.
Liaise with
colleagues, external organisations and stakeholders in order to co-ordinate appropriate
intervention, care and support.
Work within
scope of own training, experience, practice and applicable legal frameworks.
Demonstrate
and embed Navigo Code of Conduct through attitude, behaviour, leadership and
practice.
Take
responsibility for time management whilst balancing sometimes competing
priorities.
Deliver group and 1:1
interventions.
Work autonomously and as
part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Attend clinical and
non-clinical meetings.
Ensure high standards of
administration and record keeping.
Working out in the
community as well as inpatient units.
About us
Hello!
We
are Navigo. We look after North East Lincolnshire's mental health and
well-being, an award-winning social enterprise that provides mental health
services to the NHS and beyond.
The
whole basis of our work is to deliver services that we would be happy for our
own family to use.
We
offer a range of mental health services, including acute and community
facilities as well as specialist support such as outstanding older adults
inpatient services, rehabilitation and recovery community mental health and an
outstanding specialist eating disorder facility.
Ranked
as one of the top UK companies to work for, we feature in the Best Companies
top 100 large company list.
As
a social enterprise, we do things a little bit differently and have also
developed income-generating commercially viable businesses that provide
training, education and employment opportunities including Grimsby Garden
Centre.
Working
at Navigo is not like working anywhere else. Lots of places say that, but we
really mean it.
We
like to work with forward-thinking people who want to make a difference.
Come
and Join us !
Please
note: Whilst we value all applications, if we believe an application to be AI
generated, we will use a checking tool and may reject any application that has
been automatically generated.
Should
you require any assistance in completing this application due to a disability
or other needs please contact navigo.recruitment@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder must have the
individual individuals needs at the fore at all times and use the agreed set
of values and skills to underpin their day to day work.
Supervise and support junior
staff (health care assistants) in their roles, providing advice and acting as a
role model and mentor.
To work without direct
supervision, but with someone available to refer to as and when required,
either on or off site on a regular basis, and to take charge of an area in the
absence of qualified staff, making judgements around Individuals conditions at
that time and the requirements of the area.
Ensure that Individuals
engage effectively with the agreed therapy plan and across appropriate services
provided on a regular and consistent basis.
Will plan and supervise
individual or group therapy sessions, in line with the agreed therapy plan or
programme of care.
Provide regular and
practical support to Individuals and their carers/significant others, in
developing and managing dignity and independence.
Provide support and
assistance as necessary with daily living activities.
Positively promote
independent living of Individuals within the community.
Work flexibly with Key
Workers, Care Coordinators, other relevant community support,
Individual, and significant
others to implement a plan of care.
Help Individuals gain access
to resources, including benefits and welfare rights.
Handle Individuals cash and
valuables on a regular basis.
Help identify early signs of
relapse by monitoring the Services Users progress, level of functioning and
mental state, and alert the appropriate staff involved in the Individuals
care.
Assist the Care
Coordinator/Key Worker and Individual in developing crisis/contingency plans
and advanced statements, as per local policy guidelines.
Maintain adequate records,
as required by existing procedures, entering appropriate details onto the
Individuals case notes as necessary.
Communicate routine
information in an arena where there will be barriers to understanding, and to
be able to use tact and persuasion in a non-aggressive manner.
Provide information on
health promotion.
Ensure the Individual
understands and has a clear pathway of care across sector/agency boundaries
with key contact points/named individual.
Attend and participate in
agreed training, development, and supervision sessions as an individual and as
part of the team.
Undertake such other duties
as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post.
Adhere to health and safety
legislation.
Support Occupational Therapy
and Physiotherapist staff to facilitate specific groups based on individuals
interests and assessed needs.
Support Occupational Therapy
staff in completing home assessments for discharge planning from inpatients
settings.
Working with
Occupational Therapy, Health and wellbeing coach and Physiotherapy staff to
follow a therapy plan/wellbeing plan, including but not inclusive of: Moving
and handling, prompting independence and positive risk taking following
assessment, healthy lifestyle advice and intervention.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder must have the
individual individuals needs at the fore at all times and use the agreed set
of values and skills to underpin their day to day work.
Supervise and support junior
staff (health care assistants) in their roles, providing advice and acting as a
role model and mentor.
To work without direct
supervision, but with someone available to refer to as and when required,
either on or off site on a regular basis, and to take charge of an area in the
absence of qualified staff, making judgements around Individuals conditions at
that time and the requirements of the area.
Ensure that Individuals
engage effectively with the agreed therapy plan and across appropriate services
provided on a regular and consistent basis.
Will plan and supervise
individual or group therapy sessions, in line with the agreed therapy plan or
programme of care.
Provide regular and
practical support to Individuals and their carers/significant others, in
developing and managing dignity and independence.
Provide support and
assistance as necessary with daily living activities.
Positively promote
independent living of Individuals within the community.
Work flexibly with Key
Workers, Care Coordinators, other relevant community support,
Individual, and significant
others to implement a plan of care.
Help Individuals gain access
to resources, including benefits and welfare rights.
Handle Individuals cash and
valuables on a regular basis.
Help identify early signs of
relapse by monitoring the Services Users progress, level of functioning and
mental state, and alert the appropriate staff involved in the Individuals
care.
Assist the Care
Coordinator/Key Worker and Individual in developing crisis/contingency plans
and advanced statements, as per local policy guidelines.
Maintain adequate records,
as required by existing procedures, entering appropriate details onto the
Individuals case notes as necessary.
Communicate routine
information in an arena where there will be barriers to understanding, and to
be able to use tact and persuasion in a non-aggressive manner.
Provide information on
health promotion.
Ensure the Individual
understands and has a clear pathway of care across sector/agency boundaries
with key contact points/named individual.
Attend and participate in
agreed training, development, and supervision sessions as an individual and as
part of the team.
Undertake such other duties
as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post.
Adhere to health and safety
legislation.
Support Occupational Therapy
and Physiotherapist staff to facilitate specific groups based on individuals
interests and assessed needs.
Support Occupational Therapy
staff in completing home assessments for discharge planning from inpatients
settings.
Working with
Occupational Therapy, Health and wellbeing coach and Physiotherapy staff to
follow a therapy plan/wellbeing plan, including but not inclusive of: Moving
and handling, prompting independence and positive risk taking following
assessment, healthy lifestyle advice and intervention.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Recent and / or current work experience within a Mental Health or Social Care environment.
- An interest in and commitment to on-going personal/ professional development.
Desirable
- A keen interest in mental health as evidenced by reading on the subject.
- Mental health First Aid training.
- An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
- Working knowledge of the benefits and housing systems.
- Understanding of occupational and physio therapy interventions.
- Understanding of therapy plans.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to respond to the individual rights/needs/opinions of Individuals.
- Ability to maintain a safe environment for residents, carers, staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good facilitation skills.
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality issues and able to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
- First Aid training.
- An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level III or a willingness to undertake this or an equivalent level of experience.
- Care Certificate.
- Literacy and numeracy skills.
- Specific competence required (driver).
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems.
- A basic knowledge/understanding of the Mental Health Act.
- Understanding of occupation and physio therapy interventions.
- Understanding of therapy plans.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to take direction and instruction.
- Honest and trustworthy.
- Demonstrate evidence of team working.
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Self-reliant and enthusiastic.
- Awareness of personal boundaries.
- Resourceful and imaginative.
- Adaptable and affable.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Recent and / or current work experience within a Mental Health or Social Care environment.
- An interest in and commitment to on-going personal/ professional development.
Desirable
- A keen interest in mental health as evidenced by reading on the subject.
- Mental health First Aid training.
- An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
- Working knowledge of the benefits and housing systems.
- Understanding of occupational and physio therapy interventions.
- Understanding of therapy plans.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to respond to the individual rights/needs/opinions of Individuals.
- Ability to maintain a safe environment for residents, carers, staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good facilitation skills.
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality issues and able to maintain confidentiality.
Desirable
- First Aid training.
- An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level III or a willingness to undertake this or an equivalent level of experience.
- Care Certificate.
- Literacy and numeracy skills.
- Specific competence required (driver).
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems.
- A basic knowledge/understanding of the Mental Health Act.
- Understanding of occupation and physio therapy interventions.
- Understanding of therapy plans.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to take direction and instruction.
- Honest and trustworthy.
- Demonstrate evidence of team working.
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Self-reliant and enthusiastic.
- Awareness of personal boundaries.
- Resourceful and imaginative.
- Adaptable and affable.
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.
