Job summary
The post will be worked across both Therapy Hub and the 'in-reach' rehabilitation beds team Brighton and Hove.
This post involves working with patients with a wide variety of pathologies and medical conditions, who have recently been discharged from hospital, hospital avoidance and follow ups after input from Urgent Response Team, to help improve their mobility and independence to keep them safely at home or before discharge home from the in-reach bedded team.
In this role, your day will be varied and interesting, supporting patients towards achieving more independence in their activities of daily living. You will be supported by Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Therapy Practitioner colleagues to review the needs of patients.
Your role will include patient-centered care in patients' own homes as per the care plans, focusing on rehabilitation and improving function and independence with activities of daily living. You will be able to work without the need for direct supervision of therapies staff but will have a supportive team around you. Implementation of treatment /care plans range from supervision of exercises and indoor or outdoor mobility practice, to washing, dressing and kitchen observations. You will undertake simple clinical and therapeutic procedures, such as taking physical observations and equipment provision. Efficient communication with all involved in the patient's care is key, as is clear documentation.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who want to work with people and provide personalised care, so whilst we welcome applicants who have an NVQ in healthcare, not having a recognised qualification is not a barrier to applying. It is your experience and willingness to learn we value.
You will be part of a supported induction programme and offered job-relevant training to ensure that you feel confident and able to undertake this role to the best of your ability, whilst being able to reach your own potential through personal development along with peer and supervisory support.
About us
We are looking for Therapy Assistants to join our exciting Therapy Service / in-reach bedded units covering x4 care homes in Brighton and Hove.
The successful applicants will support the multidisciplinary community team, aiding hospital discharges, prevent avoidable hospital admissions and provide rehabilitation in the community.
Due to the domiciliary nature of this post a full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential. The post is subject to successful interview, references, DBS clearance and Occupational Health checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) The post holder will work with a supported and supervised caseload.
b) To carry out delegated tasks as part of a treatment programme of monitoring and reviewing progress.
c) To provide treatment / care plan to clients on an individual or group basis.
d) To report and document variances in a patients condition or planned pathway of care.
e) To participate in skill sharing and acquisition of clinical competencies, in line with the competency frameworks.
f) To maintain high standards of clinical care as defined by the Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.
Communication and Working Relationships
a) To build professional rapport with patients and their families, communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture, ensuring that they are involved in and informed about their care.
b) To use effective communication skills to encourage patients to participate in treatment, adapting approach to meet diverse needs of client group, seeking guidance from colleagues where necessary.
c) To maintain confidentiality and dignity at all times and ensure peoples equality and diversity needs are supported.
d) To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with other members of the team regarding patients status, reporting back to the registered clinician, providing verbal or written feedback as appropriate.
e) To report effectively to the team/ registered staff member on patients progress and performance in relation to the patient goals.
f) To attend patient-related multi-disciplinary meetings as directed by registered staff.
g) To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date patient-related documentation including electronic patient records, where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) The post holder will work with a supported and supervised caseload.
b) To carry out delegated tasks as part of a treatment programme of monitoring and reviewing progress.
c) To provide treatment / care plan to clients on an individual or group basis.
d) To report and document variances in a patients condition or planned pathway of care.
e) To participate in skill sharing and acquisition of clinical competencies, in line with the competency frameworks.
f) To maintain high standards of clinical care as defined by the Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.
Communication and Working Relationships
a) To build professional rapport with patients and their families, communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture, ensuring that they are involved in and informed about their care.
b) To use effective communication skills to encourage patients to participate in treatment, adapting approach to meet diverse needs of client group, seeking guidance from colleagues where necessary.
c) To maintain confidentiality and dignity at all times and ensure peoples equality and diversity needs are supported.
d) To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with other members of the team regarding patients status, reporting back to the registered clinician, providing verbal or written feedback as appropriate.
e) To report effectively to the team/ registered staff member on patients progress and performance in relation to the patient goals.
f) To attend patient-related multi-disciplinary meetings as directed by registered staff.
g) To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date patient-related documentation including electronic patient records, where appropriate.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NVQ3 or equivalent level of knowledge
- Car Driver with full UK driving license
Desirable
- Experience of working within a rehabilitation or therapy setting
- Experience of working in community therapy teams
essential
Essential
- Basic understanding of statutory health and social services
- Familiarize with Word documents etc and use of computers
Desirable
- Experience of administrative skills
essential
Essential
- At least 12 months experience of working in a caring environment, either in health, social or voluntary services
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NVQ3 or equivalent level of knowledge
- Car Driver with full UK driving license
Desirable
- Experience of working within a rehabilitation or therapy setting
- Experience of working in community therapy teams
essential
Essential
- Basic understanding of statutory health and social services
- Familiarize with Word documents etc and use of computers
Desirable
- Experience of administrative skills
essential
Essential
- At least 12 months experience of working in a caring environment, either in health, social or voluntary services
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
