Job summary
Are you an experienced level 2 qualified gym instructor and looking for an opportunity to work for the NHS in a clinical setting?
We have a vacancy at Park Royal Centre for Mental Health; Low secure services- Tasman and Java House for a Band 4 Sports Therapist. The low secure service has two units that offer therapeautic and rehabilitative care to mental health service users. Mental health services place significant importance on physical health and wellbeing and their positive impact on a person's mental health. This post is therefore highly valued and seen as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will be based at Park Royal Centre for Mental Health, Tasman Ward, work alongside the team and ward staff, and receive regular supervision from an occupational therapist.
Candidates will need to have NVQ Level 3 or above Gym/Fitnessinstructor qualification (CYQ certificatein Fitness instructing), Sports/sports therapy related advancediploma or equivalent in working withpeople in sports/exercise. They should be able to adapt exercise programmes for all abilities and support mental health service users post discharge to maintain exercise as an essential part of their recovery Experience of running groups and ability to work positively with people who have mental health issues is essential.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a person who is able to work using their own initiative to motivate and encourage mental health service users to access physical activities to support their recovery. This will include exercise-based activities for individuals and gym groups. The post-holder will be expected to manage the unit gym, instruct service users in equipment use, devise individual fitness programmes and maintain the equipment. There would also be an expectation to facilitate exercise and fitness groups on the wards and offer general advice regarding health and wellbeing. A good local knowledge of sports and fitness and community facilities is also required in order to advise and support service users so they can access this following discharge.
The staff should be able to support service users in accessing community facilities and resources, while ensuring co-production.
The post holder will work with the physical health lead and other members of the MDT to provide data on the impacts of sports therapy on the patient's overall progress.
As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.
About us
The service offers a unique opportunity for you to work closely with an experienced occupational therapist and other multi-disciplinary team members. You will have the guidance and support of monthly supervision and annual appraisal to ensure your professional growth. Additionally, you will be able to participate in reflective practice sessions tailored to support and enhance your skills. Access to a well equipped gym facilities is provided for patient's and your well being. Furthermore, free parking is available for your convenience, and there are opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD) to further your career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD&PS for full details of duties and responsibilities.
Clinical
To support the development of a specialist sports service within the forensic inpatient service.
To contribute to the provision of sports and health and fitness related activities in response to patient need, in conjunction with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and within the Occupational Therapy (OT) Service.
Communication
To communicate with service users in a tactful manner, using diplomacy and negotiation skills where necessary.
To engage and motivate service users where there are volitional difficulties, that impact on engagement in sessions.
Professional and practice development
To participate in regular supervision according to developmental need.
To review and reflect on your own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision.
Clinical Governance& Quality Standards
To assist in the development and implementation of reflection, action, review.
To contribute to the Locality and teams Clinical Governance plans and quality agenda
Line Management and Managing protocols
To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
To follow department guidelines when utilising petty cash
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD&PS for full details of duties and responsibilities.
Clinical
To support the development of a specialist sports service within the forensic inpatient service.
To contribute to the provision of sports and health and fitness related activities in response to patient need, in conjunction with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and within the Occupational Therapy (OT) Service.
Communication
To communicate with service users in a tactful manner, using diplomacy and negotiation skills where necessary.
To engage and motivate service users where there are volitional difficulties, that impact on engagement in sessions.
Professional and practice development
To participate in regular supervision according to developmental need.
To review and reflect on your own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision.
Clinical Governance& Quality Standards
To assist in the development and implementation of reflection, action, review.
To contribute to the Locality and teams Clinical Governance plans and quality agenda
Line Management and Managing protocols
To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
To follow department guidelines when utilising petty cash
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oNVQ Level 3 or above Gym/Fitness instructor qualification (CYQ certificate in Fitness instructing)
- oSports/sports therapy related advance diploma or equivalent in working with people in sports/exercise.
Desirable
- oTo be registered on the register of exercise professionals, such as REP.
- oFirst Aid Course.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job
Essential
- oExperience of working people with enduring mental illness.
- oExperience in Risk Assessment & Management.
- oManaging unsettled Patients.
- oGroup work
Desirable
- oWorking with service users with mental health needs within forensic services.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- oExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation.
- oExcellent IT Skills.
- oAbility to plan, implement change.
- oSelf-awareness and ability to reflect and learn from experience
- oKnowledge of key policy developments relating to the Mental Health Act, Social Care and Low Secure Services.
- oAbility to carry out lone working & under supervision
- oGood personal and organisational skills
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the interface between Mental Health Services and the Criminal Justice System.
Other
Essential
- oExperience of working within a multi-disciplinary team and participating in Ward Rounds, MDT meetings & other relevant meetings in relation to patient care.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oNVQ Level 3 or above Gym/Fitness instructor qualification (CYQ certificate in Fitness instructing)
- oSports/sports therapy related advance diploma or equivalent in working with people in sports/exercise.
Desirable
- oTo be registered on the register of exercise professionals, such as REP.
- oFirst Aid Course.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job
Essential
- oExperience of working people with enduring mental illness.
- oExperience in Risk Assessment & Management.
- oManaging unsettled Patients.
- oGroup work
Desirable
- oWorking with service users with mental health needs within forensic services.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- oExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentation.
- oExcellent IT Skills.
- oAbility to plan, implement change.
- oSelf-awareness and ability to reflect and learn from experience
- oKnowledge of key policy developments relating to the Mental Health Act, Social Care and Low Secure Services.
- oAbility to carry out lone working & under supervision
- oGood personal and organisational skills
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the interface between Mental Health Services and the Criminal Justice System.
Other
Essential
- oExperience of working within a multi-disciplinary team and participating in Ward Rounds, MDT meetings & other relevant meetings in relation to patient care.
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).
