Job summary
We are looking for an energetic individual to join our AHP team in the position of a clinical gym instructor, who is passionate about providing a variety of physical activity and exercise interventions.
As well as health promotion advice and support to address health and wellbeing needs and support the service user in their journey through wellness and recovery.
The successful candidate will be working within the Physiotherapy Team, as well as working along side the Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor and Occupational Therapy Assistants Practitioner and wider MDT adopting an multidisciplinary approach to supporting our patients.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties
- To autonomously and independently screen, respond and triage referrals from the MDT
- To be able to plan, implement, evaluate and provide programmes of physical activity tailored to service users' needs within a therapeutic programme
- To have knowledge and ability to teach and assess the safe use of the following; multi -gym equipment; treadmill, exercise bike, rowing machine, fit ball, free weights, step box and boxing bag
- Able to assess service users level of fitness before and during exercise interventions by developing safe exercise programmes
- To have knowledge of assessing service users physiological parameters information; blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen level, pain and level of consciousness to make informed decision of participation of physical activity
- To be able to use specialist equipment; blood pressure machine, heart rate monitor, peak flow metre, hand grip test to calculate body mass index and appropriate heart rate training zones
- To be able to develop and review specific fitness programmes according to service users level of need and limitations identified by appropriate assessment
- To use relevant technical knowledge and skills to engage service users in therapeutic activity to promote independence and well being
- Have relevant knowledge on mental health legislations to make informed decisions
- Using relevant knowledge and skills to feedback back to the Occupational and physiotherapy team and wider MDT to provide updates
About us
Trust Values andBehaviorsBlack Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has a set of Trust Values and Behaviors to improve the experience for our patients and our staff.
This means that in undertaking this role the post holder is expected at all times to behave is a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of thoughtful patient care and continuous improvement as detailed in the table below.
Our Trust Values are:Caring
Enabling
Working together
Integrity
ConfidentialityPatient and/or staff information is confidential. It is a condition of NHS employment that you will not use or disclose any confidential information obtained unless disclosure is expressly authorised by your employer.
Data QualityThe post holder should ensure any data/information prepared for either internal or external analysis is 'fit for purpose' i.e. that it is accurate, valid, reliable, timely, relevant and complete.
No SmokingThe Trust has a no smoking policy, smoking is not allowed on any Trust premises.
Health and SafetyThe post holder will take personal responsibility for any Health & Safety issues and obligations under the Health & Safety at Work Act. The post holder should also be aware of and comply with other relevant legislation and policies e.g. Fire Regulations.
Infection Prevention & ControlInfection prevention & control is everybody's responsibility, it is a requirement for all Trust staff to comply with all Trust infection control policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
- To promote, develop and deliver physical activity and lifestyle management programmes for service users with complex mental and physical health needs
- To respond appropriately to referrals received from the MDT and Allied Health professionals to ensure and MDT approach and giving advice if needed
- To be responsible for a designated caseload of service users with complex mental health needs
- To have working knowledge of local and national policies and legislation which govern current service provision
Main Duties/Responsibilities
Clinical
- To autonomously and independently screen, respond and triage referrals from the MDT
- To be able to plan, implement, evaluate and provide programmes of physical activity tailored to service users needs within a therapeutic programme
- To have knowledge and ability to teach and assess the safe use of the following; multi gym equipment; treadmill, exercise bike, rowing machine, fit ball, free weights, step box and boxing bag
- Able to assess service users level of fitness before and during exercise interventions by developing safe exercise programmes
- To have knowledge of assessing service users physiological parameters information; blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen level, pain and level of consciousness to make informed decision of participation of physical activity
- To be able to use specialist equipment; blood pressure machine, heart rate monitor, peak flow metre, hand grip test to calculate body mass index and appropriate heart rate training zones
- To be able to develop and review specific fitness programmes according to service users level of need and limitations identified by appropriate assessment
- To use relevant technical knowledge and skills to engage service users in therapeutic activity to promote independence and well being
- Have relevant knowledge on mental health legislations to make informed decisions
- Using relevant knowledge and skills to feedback back to the Occupational and physiotherapy team and wider MDT to provide updates
- To initiate appropriate action if a situation or equipment is unsafe
- To monitor service users ability to use specialist technical equipment if it appears the service user maybe at risk
- To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management in an acute mental health setting
- To be able to respond in a professional and responsible
- The post-holder will respond to telephone queries, up to date documentation, booking hcpc appointments and photocopying of resources if needed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
- To promote, develop and deliver physical activity and lifestyle management programmes for service users with complex mental and physical health needs
- To respond appropriately to referrals received from the MDT and Allied Health professionals to ensure and MDT approach and giving advice if needed
- To be responsible for a designated caseload of service users with complex mental health needs
- To have working knowledge of local and national policies and legislation which govern current service provision
Main Duties/Responsibilities
Clinical
- To autonomously and independently screen, respond and triage referrals from the MDT
- To be able to plan, implement, evaluate and provide programmes of physical activity tailored to service users needs within a therapeutic programme
- To have knowledge and ability to teach and assess the safe use of the following; multi gym equipment; treadmill, exercise bike, rowing machine, fit ball, free weights, step box and boxing bag
- Able to assess service users level of fitness before and during exercise interventions by developing safe exercise programmes
- To have knowledge of assessing service users physiological parameters information; blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen level, pain and level of consciousness to make informed decision of participation of physical activity
- To be able to use specialist equipment; blood pressure machine, heart rate monitor, peak flow metre, hand grip test to calculate body mass index and appropriate heart rate training zones
- To be able to develop and review specific fitness programmes according to service users level of need and limitations identified by appropriate assessment
- To use relevant technical knowledge and skills to engage service users in therapeutic activity to promote independence and well being
- Have relevant knowledge on mental health legislations to make informed decisions
- Using relevant knowledge and skills to feedback back to the Occupational and physiotherapy team and wider MDT to provide updates
- To initiate appropriate action if a situation or equipment is unsafe
- To monitor service users ability to use specialist technical equipment if it appears the service user maybe at risk
- To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management in an acute mental health setting
- To be able to respond in a professional and responsible
- The post-holder will respond to telephone queries, up to date documentation, booking hcpc appointments and photocopying of resources if needed
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4 or equivalent
- Group exercise Instruction qualification
- Accreditation e.g. Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with Adults Mental Health
- Experience of MH and physical health conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Inpatient Mental Health setting
- Knowledge and experience in completing PAR -Q assessments
Knowledge
Essential
- Good skills and knowledge in Mental Health Adults
- Understanding health and safety issues
- Knowledge and experience in completing exercise prescriptions
Desirable
- Good understanding of Multi disciplinary Team
- safeguarding of vulnerable individuals/groups
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4 or equivalent
- Group exercise Instruction qualification
- Accreditation e.g. Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with Adults Mental Health
- Experience of MH and physical health conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Inpatient Mental Health setting
- Knowledge and experience in completing PAR -Q assessments
Knowledge
Essential
- Good skills and knowledge in Mental Health Adults
- Understanding health and safety issues
- Knowledge and experience in completing exercise prescriptions
Desirable
- Good understanding of Multi disciplinary Team
- safeguarding of vulnerable individuals/groups
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).
