Job summary
37.5 hours per week.
The CNRT deliver patient-centred MDT neuro-rehabilitation to patients with neurological diagnosis across Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon. We are a passionate MDT consistent of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, specialist nurses, speech and language therapists, neuro-rehab practitioners, neuro-rehab assistants, neuropsychology, neuro-rehab medicine and administrative team. We are driven to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life by delivery patient goal-based rehabilitation programmes.
You will contribute in the delivery of rehabilitation under guidance from registered professionals to support patients achievement. This will be achieved through implementing a variety of therapeutic interventions and practise of activity of daily living depending on patient's needs.
You will provide support and supervision in all aspects of rehabilitation to patients. The delivery of rehab is delivered in a variety of settings including CNRT outpatients and gym at Mt. Gould Hospital or within community setting or patients home.(this may include, 1-1, group sessions or joint working with colleagues).
You will work with all patients referred into the service with a variety of neurological conditions such as Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injuries. You will support running of the department including admin responsibilities and infection control measures.
Main duties of the job
Work as a neuro rehab assistant in outpatient and community-based rehabilitation assistant and undertake an active role in planning, co-ordination, delivery, and evaluation patients' neuro rehabilitation.
Follow care plans from registered staff for occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and nursing interventions to support the rehabilitation of patients.
To assist in the provision of a flexible based therapeutic activity programme as part of the service provision to patients using the service.
Liaise with members of the MDT and wider services both internally and externally where necessary.
Facilitate individual activities for specified patients working within risk management guidelines, which includes working alone for periods of time under the guidance of a registered professional.
Contribute to audits to support evidence-based practice and research projects to enhance clinical practice.
Have awareness of and follow the Health and Safety at work act, local and national guidelines, policies and procedures.
Participate in all mandatory or role specific training.
Assist in collection and maintenance of statistical data this could be in the form of therapeutic outcome measures, stroke data and operational requirements (e.g. audit).
This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
We may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.
All staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social
enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across
Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of
Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports
centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and
collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while
empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in
shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right
time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead
healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training
pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care
Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship
programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental
health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the
application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
5.1 Responsibility for People Management
Be involved in the continued development of the neuro rehabilitation assistant role
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff or students
Receive line management support and supervision
5.2 Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources
The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finances; however, they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial issues
To be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures for ordering, maintaining and using materials and equipment as directed by registered staff.
The post holder will use Livewell Southwest resources responsibly
5.3 Responsibility for administration
To ensure own competencies in record keeping
Report any changes in the patients condition or care needs to the supervising registered nurse and / or relevant therapist and document accordingly.
Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with organisational guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of Livewell's policies and local protocols and keeping up to date with changes
To access email and other information through Livewell Southwest intranet
Prioritise workload effectively, this could include scheduling your workday appropriately or managing your own diary of appointments and visits (as well as mileage if applicable).
5.4 Responsibility for people who use our services
Form a rapport and professional relationship with patients, maintaining clear boundaries for effective working practices.
Support and encourage patients, their relatives and carers in an active approach to rehabilitation, maintaining comfort and dignity at all times.
Work with groups and individual patients using a range of treatment and interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and good observational skills to assist an individual to achieve their potential/goals.
Record contacts, interventions and observations on the electronic record systems.
Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluation of care to patients.
5.5 Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments
To comply with Livewell southwest policies and procedures relevant to the role. This will include adherence to Uniform & Dress Code Policy.
To report any observed incident of unprofessional behaviour, accidents/incidents, untoward occurrences, or faulty equipment.
Participate professionally in service development and proposed service changes
Comply with universal infection control precautions and procedures.
To behave in a manner which does not bring the Organisation into disrepute
To complete all Mandatory training and other training pertinent to the role, as agreed by line manager.
5.6 Other Responsibilities
The post holder will be aware of and work within their own limits and competencies
Be punctual for work and conduct themselves in a professional manner in accordance with Livewell southwest policies
To participate in induction and support programmes in relation to new staff and volunteers as directed by the Team Lead
To actively engage in clinical supervision both as a supervisor and supervisee if appropriate.
In line with local guidelines review, reflect and develop own practice and performance through effective use of practice supervision and appraisal.
Demonstrate ongoing personal and professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, reflecting and recording learning outcomes in a professional portfolio.
Understand the Lone Working Policy and ensure procedures are adhered to.
Undertake any other duties considered reasonable and appropriate by team manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
5.1 Responsibility for People Management
Be involved in the continued development of the neuro rehabilitation assistant role
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff or students
Receive line management support and supervision
5.2 Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources
The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finances; however, they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial issues
To be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures for ordering, maintaining and using materials and equipment as directed by registered staff.
The post holder will use Livewell Southwest resources responsibly
5.3 Responsibility for administration
To ensure own competencies in record keeping
Report any changes in the patients condition or care needs to the supervising registered nurse and / or relevant therapist and document accordingly.
Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with organisational guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of Livewell's policies and local protocols and keeping up to date with changes
To access email and other information through Livewell Southwest intranet
Prioritise workload effectively, this could include scheduling your workday appropriately or managing your own diary of appointments and visits (as well as mileage if applicable).
5.4 Responsibility for people who use our services
Form a rapport and professional relationship with patients, maintaining clear boundaries for effective working practices.
Support and encourage patients, their relatives and carers in an active approach to rehabilitation, maintaining comfort and dignity at all times.
Work with groups and individual patients using a range of treatment and interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and good observational skills to assist an individual to achieve their potential/goals.
Record contacts, interventions and observations on the electronic record systems.
Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluation of care to patients.
5.5 Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments
To comply with Livewell southwest policies and procedures relevant to the role. This will include adherence to Uniform & Dress Code Policy.
To report any observed incident of unprofessional behaviour, accidents/incidents, untoward occurrences, or faulty equipment.
Participate professionally in service development and proposed service changes
Comply with universal infection control precautions and procedures.
To behave in a manner which does not bring the Organisation into disrepute
To complete all Mandatory training and other training pertinent to the role, as agreed by line manager.
5.6 Other Responsibilities
The post holder will be aware of and work within their own limits and competencies
Be punctual for work and conduct themselves in a professional manner in accordance with Livewell southwest policies
To participate in induction and support programmes in relation to new staff and volunteers as directed by the Team Lead
To actively engage in clinical supervision both as a supervisor and supervisee if appropriate.
In line with local guidelines review, reflect and develop own practice and performance through effective use of practice supervision and appraisal.
Demonstrate ongoing personal and professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, reflecting and recording learning outcomes in a professional portfolio.
Understand the Lone Working Policy and ensure procedures are adhered to.
Undertake any other duties considered reasonable and appropriate by team manager.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of neuro rehabilitation services
- Understanding of rehabilitation process
- Knowledge of audit
- Understanding the roles of an Occupational therapist,
- Physiotherapist, nursing, speech & language therapists and the wider members of the Multi-disciplinary team
- Understanding of own role boundaries
Specific skills
Essential
- Caseload management
- Time management
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Understanding of Policies and Procedures relevant to role
- Understanding of local and national guidelines relating to the role
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised level 3 qualifications or demonstrated ability and commitment to achieve a relevant level 3 qualification.
- Level 2 functional skills, or as a level 3 apprenticeship such as the
- Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship (or other level 3 qualification pathway)
Additional requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates the values required to work in this role, including demonstration of commitment to Livewell southwest values.
- Develops and maintains positive and appropriate relationships with service users, families and carers, demonstrates, kindness, empathy and respect at all times.
- Ensure access to road worthy vehicle with appropriate car insurance, and valid driving licence.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of formulating therapeutic relationships.
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare setting (employment, work experience, volunteering)
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of neuro rehabilitation services
- Understanding of rehabilitation process
- Knowledge of audit
- Understanding the roles of an Occupational therapist,
- Physiotherapist, nursing, speech & language therapists and the wider members of the Multi-disciplinary team
- Understanding of own role boundaries
Specific skills
Essential
- Caseload management
- Time management
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Understanding of Policies and Procedures relevant to role
- Understanding of local and national guidelines relating to the role
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised level 3 qualifications or demonstrated ability and commitment to achieve a relevant level 3 qualification.
- Level 2 functional skills, or as a level 3 apprenticeship such as the
- Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship (or other level 3 qualification pathway)
Additional requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates the values required to work in this role, including demonstration of commitment to Livewell southwest values.
- Develops and maintains positive and appropriate relationships with service users, families and carers, demonstrates, kindness, empathy and respect at all times.
- Ensure access to road worthy vehicle with appropriate car insurance, and valid driving licence.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of formulating therapeutic relationships.
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare setting (employment, work experience, volunteering)
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
