Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, forward thinking rehabilitation support worker to work in the Adult Community Rehabilitation Team across both physical and neurological teams. The post holder will work with therapists providing rehabilitation to clients in the community.
The Adult Community Rehab Team is a large forward thinking service that provides inter-disciplinary rehabilitation to clients 18+. The team is split into two specialist branches (neurological conditions and physical conditions). ACRT consists of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Dietitians, Clinical & Neuropsychology, Rehabilitation Support Workers & Administrators.
The team is supported by a Consultant Allied Health Professional, Consultant Neuropsychologist, a Consultant Neurologist, Parkinson's disease Practitioner and MS Practitioner.
The service is essentially community based; however there is opportunity to provide intervention in our onsite outpatient facilities. Therapeutic intervention is goal-directed, and you will be required to work flexibly as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
***This role does not attract the requirements for sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK, without the need for sponsorship***
***Due to high number of applications, advert may close early***
Main duties of the job
This post will give you the opportunity to work alongside the therapists, carrying out a range of different treatment interventions as well as some assessment and administration duties. An understanding of the field of rehabilitation would be advantageous. This post would suit an individual who is interested and motivated in developing their skills in community based rehabilitation. The client group is very diverse, clinically, economically and culturally.
In return for your experience, motivation and enthusiasm our team will give you the opportunity to develop your skills through:
* Regular supervision and support from senior specialist clinicians
* Opportunity to supervise Band 3 Rehab Support Workers
* Regular in-service programmes and further CPD opportunities
* Involvement in service development projects
Dependant on service requirements we offer opportunities for flexible working and we actively value and encourage CPD.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
* NVQ level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
* Previous experience of working with clients in a rehabilitation setting
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Skills/Abilites
Essential
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of people and be able to modify style of communication to suit the needs of the situation/person
* Work on own initiative and work unsupervised
* Demonstrate awareness of own competency level and how to seek appropriate help
* Use initiative to work through difficult problems with support
* Work as part of a team
* Assess risks and potential hazards before undertaking tasks
* Respect the cultural, racial and religious diversity of service users
* Maintain accurate records
Experience
Essential
* Experience of work in the NHS or Local Authority or experience in an equivalent health care provider
* Experience of working in a client centred, goal orientated way
* Experience of working in a multi disciplinary environment
* Experience of working with people with rehabilitation needs
Knowledge
Essential
* An understanding of the NHS and Social Care, especially community based services
* Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
* Knowledge of and understanding of promoting independence
* Awareness of the value and purpose of supervision of staff.
Other
Essential
* Able to be calm under pressure and excellent interpersonal skills
* Sufficiently physically fit to assist, move and handle service users, push wheelchairs, carry small items of equipment and climb stairs etc
* Commitment to Equal Opportunities
* Able to travel independently across the boroughs
* Demonstrating an understanding of Trust Values
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
* NVQ level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
* Previous experience of working with clients in a rehabilitation setting
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Skills/Abilites
Essential
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of people and be able to modify style of communication to suit the needs of the situation/person
* Work on own initiative and work unsupervised
* Demonstrate awareness of own competency level and how to seek appropriate help
* Use initiative to work through difficult problems with support
* Work as part of a team
* Assess risks and potential hazards before undertaking tasks
* Respect the cultural, racial and religious diversity of service users
* Maintain accurate records
Experience
Essential
* Experience of work in the NHS or Local Authority or experience in an equivalent health care provider
* Experience of working in a client centred, goal orientated way
* Experience of working in a multi disciplinary environment
* Experience of working with people with rehabilitation needs
Knowledge
Essential
* An understanding of the NHS and Social Care, especially community based services
* Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
* Knowledge of and understanding of promoting independence
* Awareness of the value and purpose of supervision of staff.
Other
Essential
* Able to be calm under pressure and excellent interpersonal skills
* Sufficiently physically fit to assist, move and handle service users, push wheelchairs, carry small items of equipment and climb stairs etc
* Commitment to Equal Opportunities
* Able to travel independently across the boroughs
* Demonstrating an understanding of Trust Values
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Orsman Road
3rd Floor, 6 Orsman Road
London
N1 5QJ
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