Job summary
We are looking for an Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of stroke hospital based interventions for patients receiving therapy interventions.
You must be willing to take part in therapy based competencies and have experience working in a health/social care setting
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week. You must also be willing to work flexibly and contribute to the late cover working until 6pm on a rota basis.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
About us
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Band 2 Rehabilitation Assistant to join our In Patient Therapy Service to work alongside our team of Therapists and fellow support staff in the delivery of hospital based interventions for stroke patients receiving therapy interventions.
This role will involve working as part of a team and supporting activities that ensure the development of the team and the wider service.
We operate a 7 day working system which includes a requirement to participate in a weekend roster for which you would receive days off in the week.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- Previous employment with a healthcare setting (18 months)
- A basic understanding of the needs and issues concerning illness and disability
- An understanding of the issues when working in service user's own homes
- Demonstrate an interest in working with individuals within the clinical remit of Inpatient Therapies
- A basic understanding of rehabilitation with acutely unwell patients
Desirable
- Experience of working in an inpatient/outpatient setting
- Experience of dealing with patients with complex needs and their carers
- Understand needs of the specific client group
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
- Competence based level 2 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma
- Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role
Desirable
- Competent / able to evidence the completion of competencies in relevant field
- Moving and Handling
- Customer Care
- Basic food hygiene certificate
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately
- Demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to use initiative and be aware of limitations
- Motivational skills
- Previous experience working with and communicating with the public
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Good communication Skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- Previous employment with a healthcare setting (18 months)
- A basic understanding of the needs and issues concerning illness and disability
- An understanding of the issues when working in service user's own homes
- Demonstrate an interest in working with individuals within the clinical remit of Inpatient Therapies
- A basic understanding of rehabilitation with acutely unwell patients
Desirable
- Experience of working in an inpatient/outpatient setting
- Experience of dealing with patients with complex needs and their carers
- Understand needs of the specific client group
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
- Competence based level 2 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma
- Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role
Desirable
- Competent / able to evidence the completion of competencies in relevant field
- Moving and Handling
- Customer Care
- Basic food hygiene certificate
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately
- Demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to use initiative and be aware of limitations
- Motivational skills
- Previous experience working with and communicating with the public
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Good communication Skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Knowledge of the client group and evidence of related training
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.
