Job summary
We have an exciting permanent vacancy for a part-time Therapy
Assistant in the Wakefield Adult Community Learning Disability Health Team,
working 22.5 hrs per week.
We are a well-established and supportive team with Therapists,
Admin, Nurses, Psychologists and Psychiatrists and deliver therapeutic
assessment and treatment to adults who have a diagnosed learning disability
(LD) across Wakefield. We do most of our
work in peoples homes, day centres, colleges and community venues.
We are looking for an applicant who has a passion for working with
adults with LD and is committed to helping them to fulfil their potential
within the community. The successful candidate will be expected to assist all
the therapy clinicians over their working week (core team hours
09:00-17:00 - Monday to Friday).
Our team offers a robust induction, regular supervision, appraisal
and in-house training to enable the successful candidate to fulfil the
requirements of the role.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and 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.
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.
Applicants should have strong communication and IT skills; and
excellent time management skills to be able to work independently within the
boundaries of the role and seek help when required, as well as alongside
clinicians in the wider team.
Applicants should have good observational skills and be able to
follow therapy programmes.
They should have excellent and physically able to fulfil the
demands of the role which will include participation in hydrotherapy, trampoline
therapy and moving and handling tasks.
The role will predominantly be client-facing but will also include
administrative tasks such as note-writing and creating therapy resources.
Due to the nature of the role a car driver is essential.
To
discuss further/ visit the team please email Dineo.Day@swyt.nhs.uk or Kaye.Millard@swyt.nhs.uk
or ring them on 01924 316 924.
At the time of advertising,
this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and
Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are
unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role
We are happy to accept
applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via
alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all
other applications.
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
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the
supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
as
part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and
compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and
rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating
sensitivity, empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and
appropriate relationships with people at all times.
demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required for a designated group of service
users.
To
follow a care plan, advise and guide service users, family and carers in
following prescribed interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
be
required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care
intervention/care plan This may include
areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks.
Assess situations, eg following falls prevention guidance identify and resolve
potential problems, within own competence.
ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake
the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use
items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as
appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has
been received.
assist
in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this
may include the need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or
community based role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend
to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing /7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service)
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the
supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
as
part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and
compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and
rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating
sensitivity, empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and
appropriate relationships with people at all times.
demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required for a designated group of service
users.
To
follow a care plan, advise and guide service users, family and carers in
following prescribed interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
be
required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care
intervention/care plan This may include
areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks.
Assess situations, eg following falls prevention guidance identify and resolve
potential problems, within own competence.
ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake
the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use
items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as
appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has
been received.
assist
in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this
may include the need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or
community based role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend
to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing /7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience of the speciality area
- Willingness to undertake further study
Training.
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good administration and organisational skills
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction
Desirable
- Language skills other than English
- Experience of supervising/inducting others
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy)
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- 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)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience of the speciality area
- Willingness to undertake further study
Training.
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good administration and organisational skills
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction
Desirable
- Language skills other than English
- Experience of supervising/inducting others
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy)
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- 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)
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.
