Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Technical Instructor
CarePlus Group provides person centred support to those vulnerable adults requiringspecialist therapy input within the North East Lincolnshire Area. Within CarePlus Group we provide a range of services in each area, there are highly skilled practitioners that place the individual atthe forefront of their care and promote faster recovery from illness, prevent unnecessaryacute hospital admissions and premature admissions to long-term care, supporttimely discharge from hospital and maximise independent living whereverpossible. This is achievable through creative and unique interventions withineach service area. Multi-professional staff will collaborate with individualsto ensure they achieve their full potential in terms of their level ofindependence, health and wellbeing.This post is to workspecifically with the Occupational Therapy team, you will carry your owncaseload, following triage, and have senior support from an occupationaltherapist(OT) within the team as required. The caseload will all be adults presenting with a range of conditions, including those with a palliativediagnosis, the post will sit in a team of OT/Physiotherapy staff.This Range 4 post, could be considered as a development opportunity to start at Range 3 for an individual with experience in enabling/ rehab fieldwilling to work towards objectives to facilitate achieving a Range 4.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currentlyregistered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main duties of the job
*previous applicants need not apply*
Technical Instructor
Department: Community Therapy NEL
Base: Cromwell Road, Primary Care Centre
37.5 hours Permanent
Salary Range 4 £26,416 - £28,182 per annum - you will be appointed on a fixed salary point within the range
You will provide a high standard of practice undertaking all aspects of clinical duties appropriate for a Technical Instructor and you will liaise with the wider MDT and participate in the provision at each service in a variety of locations with the community, including home visits and group settings,providing an effective rehabilitation and discharge preparation service.
You will manage a defined caseload of patients using evidence based/patient-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions, including discharge planning.
Complete therapy assessments, as part of this assessment consider rehabilitation needs, equipment and adaptations.
Use communication, reasoning and negotiation skills.
Devise suitable treatment plans for and with individuals, considering their needs and any specific local access criteria.
Supervise therapy programmes and alter/adapt the programme in routine situations (including the patients homes).
Give out, check and alter therapeutic equipment including assessment for mobility aids. Be responsible for the safe use of equipment and aids by patients in your care.
Manage the assessment, treatment and discharge of a patient caseload, as delegated by the therapist following triage.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, establishedin 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employover 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture wehave developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvementof our staff.
We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NELincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback.Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awardsincluding winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold thehighest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducingour carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions includingoptional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Providerclosed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programmeand an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognisecontinuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposesof annual leave entitlement.
We are a supportive employer and operate in a waywhich supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer,committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the samecommitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer,we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job responsibilities
The job description isattached as a separate document with the person specification please refer tothis for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Foundation Degree in relevant subject area
* or
* NVQ Level 3 in relevant subject area with 2 years experience of therapeutic support work
* Minimum Level 2 Numeracy and literacy or equivalent level of competence
* Awareness of health promotion / education
Experience
* Previous experience of and competency in therapeutic support work, ideally as an Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor or equivalent.
* Previous experience of multidisciplinary and/or multi-agency working
* Previous experience of working with volunteers and/or community groups
Skills & Knowledge
* Able to work effectively in a team and in collaboration with other disciplines and agencies.
* Self-motivated to work independently with delegated tasks
* Understanding of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling issues and Risk Assessment
* Understanding of local community issues in North East Lincolnshire
* Clear and effective communication skills both verbal and written
* Accurate record keeping and competent in Microsoft office including Word, Outlook & Excel
* Empathetic approach
* Able to move and handle safely
* Motivational skills
* Moving and Handling Training
* Basic Understanding of Risk Management
* Health & Safety training
Other
* Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
* Ability to transport self and others around the area.
* Ability to maintain moderate to intense physical effort
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.
£26,416 to £28,182 a yearyou will be appointed on a fixed salary point within the range
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