Job summary
We are looking to appoint motivated, enthusiastic individuals to support the rehabilitation of stroke patients in our inpatient and community rehabilitation teams. The Multiprofessional Rehabilitation Assistant (MPRA) role will support the practice of the multidisciplinary teams (including Dietetics, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Clinical Psychology) with people undertakingStrokerehabilitation at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.
The MPRAs will work as part of the multidisciplinary teams for the 38-bedded inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation Centre (SRC) and Early Supported Discharge (ESD) community stroke team to deliver specialist patient centred, goal-oriented rehabilitation to support stroke patients' through their rehabilitation. They will be responsible for delivering person centred meaningful activities working closely with patients, their relatives and carers, and the professionals involved.
A key aim of the role is to deliver rehabilitation across 7 days to improve flow and enhance the patient experience. Therefore, rotas will include weekends and bank holidays as well as week day shifts.
The post will involve rotating between the inpatient and community stroke team; the ability to drive with access to a car is desirable for this post.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate an energetic, enthusiastic and flexible approach to their work. Previous experience as a therapies support worker is advantageous and the ability to work well with all members of the multi-disciplinary team is essential. You will need to have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills, be able to work as part of a varied team, and be able to motivate service users.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The successful candidate will need to:
- Contribute to the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality service to patients recovering and rehabilitating after stroke.
- Work well within a multidisciplinary team, under the guidance of registered health professionals.
- Advocate and support patients' rights by promoting shared decision making, respecting individual choice and beliefs, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Recognised qualification NVQ level 4, Agored Cymru or equivalent. Or NVQ level 3 Plus additional training to diploma level or equivalent
Desirable
- Health and Social care related qualification evidenced through accredited courses
Experience
Essential
- Health and Social care experience.
- Dealing with people individually or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with Stroke or similar rehabilitation needs
- Experience working as Therapy support worker
- Experience working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Ability to motivate people
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Ability to use digital technology
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and role of Therapies
- Knowledge of the presentations associated with physical and cognitive difficulties
- Knowledge of the range of rehabilitation interventions appropriate for people with physical and cognitive difficulties
- Knowledge of factors pertaining to community working (lone working, home visiting, risk assessment)
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the other professions in the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of disability issues
- Understanding the impact of Stroke on the individual and their family
- Awareness of the principles of client centred goal setting
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Self motivated
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to make travel arrangements to meet the requirements of job
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Recognised qualification NVQ level 4, Agored Cymru or equivalent. Or NVQ level 3 Plus additional training to diploma level or equivalent
Desirable
- Health and Social care related qualification evidenced through accredited courses
Experience
Essential
- Health and Social care experience.
- Dealing with people individually or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with Stroke or similar rehabilitation needs
- Experience working as Therapy support worker
- Experience working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Ability to motivate people
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Ability to use digital technology
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and role of Therapies
- Knowledge of the presentations associated with physical and cognitive difficulties
- Knowledge of the range of rehabilitation interventions appropriate for people with physical and cognitive difficulties
- Knowledge of factors pertaining to community working (lone working, home visiting, risk assessment)
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the other professions in the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of disability issues
- Understanding the impact of Stroke on the individual and their family
- Awareness of the principles of client centred goal setting
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Self motivated
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to make travel arrangements to meet the requirements of job
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).
