Job summary
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!
Did you know Central London Community Heath NHS Trust is now responsible for delivering West Hertfordshire Community adult services since October 2019?
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our neuro rehab in-patient rehab unit at West Hertfordshire.
Are you looking for the opportunity to join a bedded rehabilitation unit in West Hertfordshire? We are currently looking for a Band 3 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our brilliant multidisciplinary team.
Would you like to work with an enthusiastic team who will help you develop your skills in rehabilitation and care? It is an exciting time to join the team in West Herts as we focus on developing and transforming the services we provide our patients.
This is a service for the rehabilitation of adults presenting with a range of physical dysfunction/or disabilities resulting from neurological conditions. The majority of the patients are referred from an acute hospital and some may be referred from the community settings and establishments.
**We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role, please do not apply if you require sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for seeing patients and working towards an agreed treatment objective. The role will focus on improving independence and will include promotion of daily living skills, personal care and maintenance of strength and function.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual, who is passionate about helping patients to improve their quality of life. You will be working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be able to work autonomously, have excellent communication and time management skills with the ability to problem solve and prioritise.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education at GCSE level (Grade 9- 4) including English and Mathematics or equivalent Level 2 qualification(s)
- NVQ in relevant subject or equivalent skills gained through work experience.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake an NVQ or an equivalent qualification
- Keen to gain professional qualification in relevant area.
Experience
Essential
- Previous work experience in a hospital or community rehab setting
- Experience working with older people
- Team working
Desirable
- Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant.
- Experience working as part of a multi professional team
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting
- Good range of skills in a variety of practical areas
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- IT literate
- Ability to manage own workload and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work in scope of own knowledge/ability
- Demonstrate competence in teaching practical skills to clients
- Time management skills
- Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
- Understanding the principles of professional conduct
Desirable
- Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Group work skills
Key Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Willingness to participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
- Basic awareness of Health and safety in the workplace.
- Ability to take responsibility for own actions and make decisions.
- Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education at GCSE level (Grade 9- 4) including English and Mathematics or equivalent Level 2 qualification(s)
- NVQ in relevant subject or equivalent skills gained through work experience.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake an NVQ or an equivalent qualification
- Keen to gain professional qualification in relevant area.
Experience
Essential
- Previous work experience in a hospital or community rehab setting
- Experience working with older people
- Team working
Desirable
- Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant.
- Experience working as part of a multi professional team
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting
- Good range of skills in a variety of practical areas
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- IT literate
- Ability to manage own workload and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work in scope of own knowledge/ability
- Demonstrate competence in teaching practical skills to clients
- Time management skills
- Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
- Understanding the principles of professional conduct
Desirable
- Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Group work skills
Key Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Willingness to participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
- Basic awareness of Health and safety in the workplace.
- Ability to take responsibility for own actions and make decisions.
- Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
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.
