Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic neuro-rehabilitation assistant to work with our highly skilled team at the Pulross Centre in Brixton. The role centres around delivering intensive rehabilitation programmes to patients following brain injury, stroke and spinal cord injury under the guidance of qualified therapists.
Applicants should have experience of working with adults with disabilities, ideally in a healthcare setting. The post holder will be required to support service development and provide some administrative support to the team.
This position would suit individuals keen to develop skills in therapeutic management in the rehabilitation of neurological conditions and general rehabilitation principals and interventions.
Main duties of the job
The Rehab Assistant plays a vital role in offering patients a high level of intensity of physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy, according to individual needs. The successful applicant needs to enjoy working in a team, be enthusiastic about promoting independence in patients, and be flexible to meet the changing demands of the neurological population.Patients remain on the unit for up to 12 weeks and receive goal orientated rehabilitation. Interventions include gym based and ward based sessions, community access, home visits, kitchen tasks and personal care tasks.
About us
This team is exclusively based at the Pulross Centre, and provides specialist inpatient neuro rehab to patients following life-changing neurological injuries. Common conditions we treat include traumatic brain injury, stroke, and spinal cord injury.
At the Pulross Centre in Brixton we are proud of our good reputation and the feedback that we receive from our patients and their families. We work closely with our nursing colleagues to promote delivery of a 24 hour approach to the rehabilitation experience. As well as providing daily therapy to match the standards for our designation as a 2B service we provide group therapy programmes, self-directed activities and emphasis on self-management and self-efficacy. There is also a patient accessible garden providing the opportunity for activities and relaxation.
Our service is based in the heart of Brixton and offers 6 bed-based neuro rehabilitation beds for adults with neurological conditions that live primarily in Lambeth and Southwark. Our multi-disciplinary team consists of a Rehabilitation Consultant, a Clinical Manager, a Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Assistant, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, a Speech and Language Therapist, Rehabilitation Assistant, Social Workers and the Nursing team. There is also a GP visiting the ward who provides invaluable support. Our team works closely together to provide a high quality, client-centred, goal focussed, efficient, responsive and intensive service for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for full details.
To implement rehabilitation interventions to clients undergoing a period of intensive neuro-rehabilitation based in the ward setting. Tasks may include (but are not limited to) teaching prescribed exercise programs, completing splinting regimes, practicing transfers and mobility, assisting and promoting independence in personal care tasks, kitchen task practice, speech and language exercises, assisting in community visits, encouraging meaningful engagement in leisure activities, and documenting interventions accurately in notes following trust guidelines.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for full details.
To implement rehabilitation interventions to clients undergoing a period of intensive neuro-rehabilitation based in the ward setting. Tasks may include (but are not limited to) teaching prescribed exercise programs, completing splinting regimes, practicing transfers and mobility, assisting and promoting independence in personal care tasks, kitchen task practice, speech and language exercises, assisting in community visits, encouraging meaningful engagement in leisure activities, and documenting interventions accurately in notes following trust guidelines.
Person Specification
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of team working skills e.g. communication
- To have good IT skills e.g. use of email, excel, word
- A basic understanding of the healthcare / rehabilitation setting and the role of the Assistant in supporting the work of a Therapy team
- Demonstrates an understanding of local policies relating to confidentiality, information governance and equal opportunities
- Good time management, organisation and planning skills
- Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with clients, carers and colleagues, demonstrating sensitivity and tact
Desirable
- Patient handling skills including use of transfer equipment, mobility aids, and bathroom equipment
- Knowledge/understanding of the impact of disability on an individual and their loved ones
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults with disabilities.
- Experience of administrative work including using computers and IT systems (email, excel, word)
Desirable
- Experience working with adults or persons with neurological impairments including cognitive, communication and physical disabilities
- Experience of working in the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- A levels, NVQ III or equivalent in relevant subjects e.g. biology, social care or equivalent experience in health or social care setting.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- To be physically able to undertake therapeutic moving and handling of patients and equipment.
Person Specification
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of team working skills e.g. communication
- To have good IT skills e.g. use of email, excel, word
- A basic understanding of the healthcare / rehabilitation setting and the role of the Assistant in supporting the work of a Therapy team
- Demonstrates an understanding of local policies relating to confidentiality, information governance and equal opportunities
- Good time management, organisation and planning skills
- Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with clients, carers and colleagues, demonstrating sensitivity and tact
Desirable
- Patient handling skills including use of transfer equipment, mobility aids, and bathroom equipment
- Knowledge/understanding of the impact of disability on an individual and their loved ones
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults with disabilities.
- Experience of administrative work including using computers and IT systems (email, excel, word)
Desirable
- Experience working with adults or persons with neurological impairments including cognitive, communication and physical disabilities
- Experience of working in the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- A levels, NVQ III or equivalent in relevant subjects e.g. biology, social care or equivalent experience in health or social care setting.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- To be physically able to undertake therapeutic moving and handling of patients and equipment.
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).
