Job responsibilities
Opened in 2023, Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre is a 15-bed service, dedicated to offering specialist post-acute rehabilitation, as well as management of long-term neurological conditions, for adults over the age of 18.
Through slow stream rehabilitation, we prioritise the individual needs of our residents by offering an adjusted intensity program tailored to their specific requirements. This adaptable approach ensures that residents can continue their rehabilitation journey at a pace that aligns with their current capabilities while working towards achieving their rehabilitation goals.
Our facility boasts a fully equipped therapy room, complete with a therapy kitchen and gym, providing a comprehensive range of resources to support residents in their recovery process, while the inclusion of communal living areas encourages social interaction. Furthermore, Chislehurst is conveniently situated close to local amenities with good transport links allowing residents easy access to the community.
We are on a mission to build an exceptional team dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care, and we want you to be a vital part of our journey.
What you'll be working:
This role is 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with days and times to be agreed. We understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.
What you'll be doing:
- Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
- Providing assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders
- Devise evidence-led therapy programmes at a specialist level, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes for our patients
- Participate in service delivery audit and quality improvement initiatives Ensure all relevant codes of practice and regulations are upheld
- Participate in internal training (induction, mandatory training, MDT in-service)
- Develop your skills in clinical supervision and informal mentoring of Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and students
- Named Therapist duties to ensure cohesive goal setting and therapy and coordinating discharge
- Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with national guidance for excellence
We provide induction, support, and ongoing professional development in line with the role, with great opportunities to broaden your skill base and develop your leadership skills.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
