Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Therapy Assistant with experience in Rehabilitation to work closely with the current Therapy Assistants team and wider MDT of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Clinical Psychologist. The post holder will be working in a dynamic environment providing high quality treatment programmes under the supervision of the wider therapy team to individuals with a range of neurological conditions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with your patients and utilise an array of resources and up to date technology and run therapy group sessions and activities. There will be opportunities to run/attend regular training, receive regular supervision and Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged. We hold weekly therapy team meetings and in service training.
Main duties of the job
As a Therapy Assistant at Marbrook you will be a key member of the MDT providing rehabilitation to our group of residents. You will be carrying out treatment interventions as instructed by therapists, this may include exercise sessions, walking practice, supporting someone with washing and dressing, and aiding with their communication.
You will also support the team with discharge planning, this can include liaison with outside agencies such as social services, equipment services and third sector organisations such as Stroke association or Headway.
For this role you should be an enthusiastic and positive individual who is keen to learn and have a passion for enabling people to achieve their goals and maximise their independence.
About us
The Marbrook Centre is a specialist Neurological
Rehabilitation provider in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. The centre provides intensive rehabilitation for people post
stroke, ABI, spinal injury and many other conditions.
At Marbrook we put the individual at the centre of their
rehabilitation and care with a significant focus on quality communication
between staff, the individual and their family. This has enabled us to
develop a successful track record of supporting individuals to return to their
home environment having made significant functional gains and achievement of
their goals. Our success is based on
recruiting individuals who have the passion to drive us
forward to being the best rehab service, and in return for that
commitment you will work in a job that provides satisfaction and stimulation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Purpose of role:
The
post holder will be responsible for implementing a wide array of therapy
interventions under the guidance and direction of the relevant therapists. The
post holder will be expected to work closely with the rehab coaches and support
workers to implement therapy plans and work jointly on residents goals and
objectives.
The
post holder will be expected to take part in regular in service training and
provide advice and training to other team members and residents and family as
directed by the therapy team.
Specific
Responsibilities:
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of
residents.
To carry out therapeutic interventions as
directed by the therapy team across all disciplines: Physio, OT, speech and
language therapy etc.
To provide feedback to therapy team on these
interventions.
Contribute to resident goal setting/planning.
Support therapy team with referrals and liaison
with onward services e.g. social care, community therapy, equipment services,
wheelchair services etc.
To keep accurate and clear documentation.
Participate in audits.
Take an active role in personal and
professional development.
General
Responsibilities:
To keep accurate and clear documentation in
line with sector specific and legal requirements.
To participate in audits as required.
To keep abreast of new developments in the
profession, and to bring innovation and creative input to the role, for
consideration and discussion with line manager.
To attend all mandatory and developmental
training courses relevant to the post and as agreed with the line manager.
To work in accordance with all relevant
legislation e.g. CQC standards, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty,
Health & Safety at Work etc, and in line with The Marbrook Centres
policies and procedures at all times, contributing (if and when appropriate) to
the revision of these documents.
To take an active role in own personal and
professional development.
To act in line with Health and Safety at Work
legislation and requirements and in line with The Marbrook Centres approach to
Health and Safety at all times.
To act in line with the Care Standards Act 2000
and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (SoVA) at all times.
To adhere to all aspects of security and ensure
the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff and visitors at all times.
At all times to: ensure high levels of
confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material and information, to
respect the dignity and confidentiality of our service users, and to adhere to
the Data Protection Act 1998.
To undertake any other duties from time to time,
in order to maintain and enhance the service provision and as this role
develops
Equality & Diversity:
It
is the individual and collective responsibility of every member of staff to
ensure adherence to The Marbrook Centres equal opportunities, equality and
diversity policies. Racial, sexual or any other harassment or bullying will not
be tolerated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Purpose of role:
The
post holder will be responsible for implementing a wide array of therapy
interventions under the guidance and direction of the relevant therapists. The
post holder will be expected to work closely with the rehab coaches and support
workers to implement therapy plans and work jointly on residents goals and
objectives.
The
post holder will be expected to take part in regular in service training and
provide advice and training to other team members and residents and family as
directed by the therapy team.
Specific
Responsibilities:
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of
residents.
To carry out therapeutic interventions as
directed by the therapy team across all disciplines: Physio, OT, speech and
language therapy etc.
To provide feedback to therapy team on these
interventions.
Contribute to resident goal setting/planning.
Support therapy team with referrals and liaison
with onward services e.g. social care, community therapy, equipment services,
wheelchair services etc.
To keep accurate and clear documentation.
Participate in audits.
Take an active role in personal and
professional development.
General
Responsibilities:
To keep accurate and clear documentation in
line with sector specific and legal requirements.
To participate in audits as required.
To keep abreast of new developments in the
profession, and to bring innovation and creative input to the role, for
consideration and discussion with line manager.
To attend all mandatory and developmental
training courses relevant to the post and as agreed with the line manager.
To work in accordance with all relevant
legislation e.g. CQC standards, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty,
Health & Safety at Work etc, and in line with The Marbrook Centres
policies and procedures at all times, contributing (if and when appropriate) to
the revision of these documents.
To take an active role in own personal and
professional development.
To act in line with Health and Safety at Work
legislation and requirements and in line with The Marbrook Centres approach to
Health and Safety at all times.
To act in line with the Care Standards Act 2000
and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (SoVA) at all times.
To adhere to all aspects of security and ensure
the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff and visitors at all times.
At all times to: ensure high levels of
confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material and information, to
respect the dignity and confidentiality of our service users, and to adhere to
the Data Protection Act 1998.
To undertake any other duties from time to time,
in order to maintain and enhance the service provision and as this role
develops
Equality & Diversity:
It
is the individual and collective responsibility of every member of staff to
ensure adherence to The Marbrook Centres equal opportunities, equality and
diversity policies. Racial, sexual or any other harassment or bullying will not
be tolerated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Relevant NVQ level 3 or above in healthcare
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- - A keen interest in supporting people who have neurological conditions
- - To be friendly and approachable
- - Willingness to learn and develop
- - Ability to work as part of a team
- - Able to prioritise and work under pressure
- - Good written and verbal communication skills
- - Good IT computer skills
Desirable
- - Full UK Driving Licence
Experience
Essential
- - Experience working in neurological rehabilitation
- -
Desirable
- - Experience of working as a therapy assistant across a range of disciplines e.g. Physio, OT, SLT
- -Experience of referral processes and liaison with outside agencies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Relevant NVQ level 3 or above in healthcare
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- - A keen interest in supporting people who have neurological conditions
- - To be friendly and approachable
- - Willingness to learn and develop
- - Ability to work as part of a team
- - Able to prioritise and work under pressure
- - Good written and verbal communication skills
- - Good IT computer skills
Desirable
- - Full UK Driving Licence
Experience
Essential
- - Experience working in neurological rehabilitation
- -
Desirable
- - Experience of working as a therapy assistant across a range of disciplines e.g. Physio, OT, SLT
- -Experience of referral processes and liaison with outside agencies
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.
