Job summary
We are looking for an Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of stroke hospital based interventions for patients receiving therapy interventions.
You must be willing to take part in therapy based competencies and have experience working in a health/social care setting
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week. You must also be willing to work flexibly and contribute to the late cover working until 6pm on a rota basis.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
About us
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- A basic understanding of the needs and issues concerning illness and disability.
- Demonstrate an interest in working with individuals within the clinical remit of Inpatient Therapies
- A basic understanding of rehabilitation with acutely unwell patients
- Understanding the needs of the specific client group
- Previous experience working in the health/social care setting
Desirable
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
- Experience of dealing with adults with complex needs and their carers
- Experience of working in an inpatient/outpatient setting
- Knowledge of Orthopaedic conditions
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Level 1 functional skills in literacy and numeracy or equivalent (GCSE 9-2 / A*-E)
- Willing and able to participate in competency work based training programme
Desirable
- Previous competency based training in relevant field
- Basic food hygiene certificate
- NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in relevant field - or working towards
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately
- Demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to use initiative and be aware of limitations
- Motivational skills
- Previous experience working with and communicating with the public
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- A basic understanding of the needs and issues concerning illness and disability.
- Demonstrate an interest in working with individuals within the clinical remit of Inpatient Therapies
- A basic understanding of rehabilitation with acutely unwell patients
- Understanding the needs of the specific client group
- Previous experience working in the health/social care setting
Desirable
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
- Experience of dealing with adults with complex needs and their carers
- Experience of working in an inpatient/outpatient setting
- Knowledge of Orthopaedic conditions
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Level 1 functional skills in literacy and numeracy or equivalent (GCSE 9-2 / A*-E)
- Willing and able to participate in competency work based training programme
Desirable
- Previous competency based training in relevant field
- Basic food hygiene certificate
- NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in relevant field - or working towards
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately
- Demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to use initiative and be aware of limitations
- Motivational skills
- Previous experience working with and communicating with the public
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.
