This is an exciting opportunity to join STEPS Rehabilitation, a specialist rehabilitation centre in Sheffield as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.
You will need to share the STEPS values and philosophies which are integral to our reputation. You will work closely with the other members of the IDT. You will have the opportunity to continue to use your skills and knowledge to provide high quality therapy.
You will work with clients who have suffered life changing illnesses and injuries, including stroke, TBI, traumatic amputation and SCI, as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team supporting clients to live as independently as possible. You will be working closely with the clients, their family and the rest of the team at STEPS as part of the Interdisciplinary team.
While you are supporting our clients through their journey, STEPS will support you with a fantastic benefits package:
Discounted travel pass scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement of 33 days holiday (pro rata)
Life assurance scheme (4 times your annual salary)
Private medical cover
Critical Illness Cover (3 times your annual salary)
Income protection scheme (75% in the case of illness or incapacity for up to five years)
Paid time to complete mandatory training
Free specialist internal training
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted Gym Memberships
Blue light card
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1% employee pension contribution with 7% employer contribution
Main duties of the job
In this role you will;
* work as an autonomous practitioner in providing Solution FocusedHypnotherapy sessions for clients.
* maintain Solution Focused Hypnotherapyprofessional standards at alltimes.
* useevidence-based practise and specialist skills to assess, plan, implementand evaluate clients needs.
* liaise with other health care professionals, carers andrelatives and provide education and training as required.
* organise and deliver mindfulness/relaxation groups and activities.
* to work with the psychology team to monitor clients' mental health and wellbeing.
While you are carrying out your duties you will be aligned with STEPS values and behaviours at all times.
About us
STEPS is a purpose-built 23-bedroom, unique rehabilitation facility,able to deliver high-quality care from a range of medical and rehabilitationspecialists on Abbeydale Road, Sheffield. It is a unique environment thatprovides rehabilitation to clients who have suffered serious injuries anddebilitating neurological illnesses.
STEPS has been designed to feel non-clinical, comfortable and homely andwe hope you will agree STEPS is like no other care facility you will haveworked in. Our specialists work collaboratively under one roof and clients canaccess a wide range of therapies and specialist robotic and VR rehabilitationequipment. You will be working within our interdisciplinary team comprised of Consultantsin rehabilitation medicine; spinal injuries, amputations, anaesthetics, plasticsurgery and pain management, physiotherapists; occupational therapists; speechand language therapists; neuro-psychologists; neurologic music therapist;prosthetic and orthotic specialists and amongst other nurses experienced incomplex care. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally andexpand your experience in an exceptional setting.
Job responsibilities
* To work with and support an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, rehabilitation assistants, physiotherapists, acupuncturist, speech and language therapists, psychologists and occupational therapists delivering care and rehabilitation.
* To await confirmation from treating psychotherapist before assessing and identifying clients suitable for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy.
* To develop treatment plans to manage issues or symptoms of stress, anxiety, insomnia, pain management, memory, concentration, low self-esteem and confidence.
* To work under the supervision of psychotherapy team at STEPS in relation to PTSD and depression.
* To use a range of techniques where appropriate including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness Coaching, Compassion-Led Therapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
* To assist clients to set realistic goals using Solution Brief Therapy techniques and document/ review their progress.
* To work autonomously with support available from a senior therapist as required.
* Identifying any additional support needs and refer to other health specialist as required.
* To maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation according to STEPS standards including clinical notes and reports.
* To regularly attend IDT meeting and review meetings where required.
* To complete and update clients reports where required within a timely manner.
* To apply manual handling principles as outlined by legislation and department procedures.
* To take part in regular supervision from a senior supervisor.
* To contribute to service development initiatives and promote high quality care for clients at all times.
* To escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures.
* To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures.
* To participate in clinical audits and research as and when directed by a supervising therapist.
* To be flexible and able to offer support to other clinical areas as required.
* This job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH)
* Care Certificate
* First Aid Training
Experience
* Experience of working with people with health and care and/or rehabilitation needs (paid or voluntary)
* Competent user of a range of IT software packages and ability to learn new systems quickly
* Experience working with people with complex care needs
* Experience communicating with people with complex communication needs and ability to adapt accordingly
* Client record/note keeping experience
* Understanding of CQC Regulations, the Health and Social Care Act
* Experience of working to clinical procedures and processes
* Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the Data
* Protection Act, Client Confidentiality, Equality and Diversity, and Safeguarding
* Delivering basic first aid
Skills & Attributes
* To be able to deliver care in a way which is positive, engaging, respectful, and mindful of client dignity at all times
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills
* A good listener, empathic and compassionate
* Enthusiastic and positive approach
* Excellent problem solving skills
* Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of team working
* Confident, enthusiastic and self-motivated
* Excellent time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently
* Able to work under pressure
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.
£31,500 to £37,150 a yearpro rata. Generous benefits package.
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