Job summary
Are
you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities (LD) and
committed to improving their quality of life?
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join the Kirklees Community
Learning Disabilities Health Team. This is a full-time post and would be suited
for a newly qualified or experienced physiotherapist wanting a new challenge.
Our
well-established Team covers the whole Kirklees area and consists of a
comprehensive multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, clinical
psychologists, learning disability nurses, occupational therapists,
physiotherapist, speech & language therapists, dietician and healthcare
support staff. The Team works together deliver therapeutic assessment and
treatment and to support adults with LD and their families/carers.
The Trust is
committed to staff development and in-house training to enable the applicant to
fulfil the requirements of the role. There is a trust wide Physio Forum led by
the professional lead which offers support and CPD opportunities.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
At
the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK
Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward
to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
You will be
a highly motivated and conscientious individual, who has the desire to work
creatively with people with learning disabilities within the community.
We are looking for a dynamic person who will support the team to provide
the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to clients to
maximise their potential.
You
will be required to use your specialist physiotherapist skills to support the
assessment and delivery of high-quality therapeutic interventions to address
service users needs. This will require effective MDT working skills, close
liaison with other agencies and use of excellent communication skills.
The successful applicant will manage a
community caseload of service users who have a variety of presentations
enabling activity participation and independence in a community setting,
including training of family carers and paid carers in different settings. You would be required to evaluate
treatment outcomes and contribute to service development.
You will be working as part of a physiotherapy team within
the wider MDT and will receive support and regular clinical supervision.
For an informal discussion and further
information about the role, please contact:
Contact Name: Neil Leppard (Lead AHP)
Email Address: Neil.Leppard@swyt.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01924 316714
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will be
a core member of the physiotherapy service providing specialist therapeutic
interventions to adults and older people with mental health problems.
To assist in the clinical
activities of the therapy team and wider mental health services and
provide supervision to support staff.
To contribute to service
development and in the wider debate of physiotherapy issues, strategic planning and professional
development.
To utilise specialist physiotherapy
knowledge and skills to assess, formulate goals, implement treatment and
evaluate outcomes involving the service user and family/carer.
To independently manage a defined
caseload of people with a wide range of specific difficulties enabling the
person to fulfil their functional potential with supervision from a senior
member of staff when necessary.
To work as an autonomous
practitioner within a wider multi-agency community.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.Clinical
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
undertake specific standardised and non standardised assessments to formulate
the overall treatment plan in conjunction with the service user.
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred treatment programme on an individual and/or group basis using graded
activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services and agencies.
To
participate in the evaluation of the effectiveness of clinical interventions.
To
continue clinical interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case conferences,
care programme approach meetings and any other as required by clinical need and
as directed by the Line/Service Manager.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic
Clinical Information System and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical supervision and to provide clinical supervision
to other therapy staff and Support Workers.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will be
a core member of the physiotherapy service providing specialist therapeutic
interventions to adults and older people with mental health problems.
To assist in the clinical
activities of the therapy team and wider mental health services and
provide supervision to support staff.
To contribute to service
development and in the wider debate of physiotherapy issues, strategic planning and professional
development.
To utilise specialist physiotherapy
knowledge and skills to assess, formulate goals, implement treatment and
evaluate outcomes involving the service user and family/carer.
To independently manage a defined
caseload of people with a wide range of specific difficulties enabling the
person to fulfil their functional potential with supervision from a senior
member of staff when necessary.
To work as an autonomous
practitioner within a wider multi-agency community.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.Clinical
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
undertake specific standardised and non standardised assessments to formulate
the overall treatment plan in conjunction with the service user.
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred treatment programme on an individual and/or group basis using graded
activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services and agencies.
To
participate in the evaluation of the effectiveness of clinical interventions.
To
continue clinical interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case conferences,
care programme approach meetings and any other as required by clinical need and
as directed by the Line/Service Manager.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic
Clinical Information System and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical supervision and to provide clinical supervision
to other therapy staff and Support Workers.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in Mental Health or PLD.
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with general public.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Ability to use and develop appropriate patient handling skills.
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Remain updated with professional practice and new research.
- Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies including data protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, risk management.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Flexible.
- Empathetic.
- Reliable.
- Problem solving skills.
- Good verbal/non verbal communication skills.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Positive about people with learning disabilities / mental health problem.
Desirable
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent GradDipPhys.
- HCPC Registration.
Desirable
- Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Training
Essential
- Portfolio evidence of information learning.
- Comprehensive pre-graduate clinical experience/training.
Desirable
- Physiotherapy in Mental Health/ PLD.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in Mental Health or PLD.
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with general public.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Ability to use and develop appropriate patient handling skills.
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Remain updated with professional practice and new research.
- Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies including data protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, risk management.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Flexible.
- Empathetic.
- Reliable.
- Problem solving skills.
- Good verbal/non verbal communication skills.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Positive about people with learning disabilities / mental health problem.
Desirable
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent GradDipPhys.
- HCPC Registration.
Desirable
- Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Training
Essential
- Portfolio evidence of information learning.
- Comprehensive pre-graduate clinical experience/training.
Desirable
- Physiotherapy in Mental Health/ PLD.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
