Rehabilitation Assistant- band 3

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To contribute to the initial and on-going assessment by recording and reporting feedback to the therapist.

1. To prepare for, and assist with, clinical activities delivered by the therapist.
2. To carry out simple assessments i.e. home access visits, kitchen assessments as directed by therapists

1. To adhere to universal precautions and infection control guidelines, including hand washing and disposal of waste, and ensure effective cleaning of equipment before and after the activity

1. To undertake prescribed therapy activities that you have previously been signed competent for, and report any variances or concerns back to relevant team members

1. To assess safety of conditions and environment prior to in/outdoor rehabilitation activities

1. To explain the process to the client and respond to questions, monitor the client during intervention on the wards and on home visits with no direct

1. To coach other support staff in undertaking prescribed therapeutic interventions, and in the use of specific equipment

1. To enable clients to maintain and improve their independence by fitting prescribed equipment, demonstrate and educate safe use of

1. To teach the client mobility techniques with a variety of equipments (including wheelchairs)

1. To assist therapists in ordering appropriate equipment for clients

1. To refer clients to other agencies, as advised by therapist

1. To handle and move clients, as indicated, by using prescribed equipment and techniques as detailed in training and be familiar with, and utilise, the services and advise given by the Handling Advisor

1. To contribute to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse by highlighting and monitoring for signs of abuse and reporting these to the therapist

1. To respond any client questions constructively and to promptly pass on any questions you are unable to resolve, to appropriate professionals

1. To enable clients to maintain their leisure/interests and, if indicated, develop new leisure activities

1. To introduce clients to new leisure activities as directed by therapists and promote carers involvement in the care of clients

1. To manage your own caseload, time and appointments

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course
• Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths 1.5 ECDL certificate
• Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the NHS patient information database (Rio, CIS)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS
• Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy.
• An awareness of risk management
• Knowledge of multi-agency services available and processes for referral
• Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships
• Self-management skills managing time and workload
• Ability to work in a team and to superv ise the work of others
• Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• To be able to promote the work of the team across the trust
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Effective interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively and manage competing demands.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritise work
• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• Proactive and innovative

Desirable

• Knowledge of local health needs strategies.

Other

Essential

• Flexible about work location - The post holder will l be required to travel to other CLCH sites in London
• Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without adaptations

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).