Join our supportive Barnsley Community Learning Disability Team as a Therapy Assistant. In this role, you will work alongside dedicated therapists, supporting clinical practice and delivering therapeutic interventions to provide excellent care. We are committed to your professional development, offering a welcoming environment with regular supervision. If you're eager to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you.
A therapy assistant working with individuals with learning disabilities supports the therapeutic process across physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. Responsibilities include implementing therapy support plans, co-facilitating treatment sessions, and handling administrative tasks.
Key duties include:
1. Working closely with physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to implement therapy plans.
2. Collaborating on goal setting and treatment strategies for a holistic approach.
3. Observing and monitoring individuals' responses to therapy activities.
4. Providing feedback to therapists on progress, challenges, and achievements.
5. Maintaining accurate records of therapy sessions and progress notes.
6. Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with clinical governance.
7. Participating in professional development activities.
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust providing community, mental health, and learning disability services in Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield. We also offer secure services and lead the West Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities by providing high-quality care. We value diversity and encourage applications from all protected characteristic groups to reflect our communities.
As a foundation Trust, we are accountable to our members, including staff, who have a say in how we are run. Join over 4,500 staff dedicated to supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of those we serve.
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