Job summary
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!
Following significant investment into community stroke services for Herts Valleys, we are now welcoming applications from experienced Rehabilitation Assistant with an interest and, ideally, experience in stroke rehabilitation to work collaboratively within the new Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS).
This modern stroke service infrastructure follows the national service model and is delivered by a multidisciplinary team offering stroke rehabilitation, in patients own homes in and around West Hertfordshire, at a range of intensities.
Within the model we have the following:- Early Supported Discharge (ESD), commonly a course of high-intensity, home-based rehabilitation that a patient receives over up to 6 weeks following a discharge for mild-moderate new stroke.- Neurological Enhanced Transition Team (NETT), commonly a course of home-based high-intensive rehabilitation delivered up to 6 weeks following a discharge for moderate to severe new stroke or other neurological conditions.- Community Stroke Team, which is for patients experiencing a change in their daily function directly related to a pre-existing stroke injury.
Main duties of the job
This is a great opportunity for someone who is conscientious and adaptable. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and will be able to demonstrate an adaptable approach whilst meeting guidelines and stroke standards as well as being part of the new stroke pathway. They must be confident working as a lone worker, with the support of the team.
You will be working with people in their own homes, helping them to achieve their rehab goals, supporting therapy programmes set by Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapist and Psychologists.
You will have the opportunity to be involved in developing provision for stroke patients, working in a supportive, friendly and passionate multidisciplinary team. You will form an essential part of a dedicated, knowledgeable multi-disciplinary team that regularly engages with team and individual clinical supervision. Development and training opportunities are available through the CLCH Academy.
PLEASE NOTE - APPLICANTS MUST hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
This role involves working with patients in their own home, covering West Hertfordshire.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
** Please refer to the job description, person specification and CLCH trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
** Please refer to the job description, person specification and CLCH trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3)
- OR A recognised equivalent course in health and/or social care validated by the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) or a Level 3 or higher course in a health and/or social care subject from a Higher Education Institute
- OR A formal academic qualification in any subject from a college or university of Level 3 or above PLUS two years care delivery in a health or social care setting
Desirable
- GCSE grade 9 - 4 or equivalent in English and Maths
- Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).
- Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Working experience or knowledge of the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
Key Attributes
Essential
- A warm and Fluency in written and spoken English caring attitude
- Willingness to participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
Desirable
- To be able to carry out multidisciplinary treatment programmes with a variety of patients in their own homes, incorporating Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Psychology rehabilitation.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting.
- Ability to manage own workload and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work in scope of own knowledge/ability
- Time management skills
- Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
- Understanding the principles of professional conduct
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Desirable
- Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3)
- OR A recognised equivalent course in health and/or social care validated by the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) or a Level 3 or higher course in a health and/or social care subject from a Higher Education Institute
- OR A formal academic qualification in any subject from a college or university of Level 3 or above PLUS two years care delivery in a health or social care setting
Desirable
- GCSE grade 9 - 4 or equivalent in English and Maths
- Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).
- Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Working experience or knowledge of the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
Key Attributes
Essential
- A warm and Fluency in written and spoken English caring attitude
- Willingness to participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
Desirable
- To be able to carry out multidisciplinary treatment programmes with a variety of patients in their own homes, incorporating Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Psychology rehabilitation.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting.
- Ability to manage own workload and to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work in scope of own knowledge/ability
- Time management skills
- Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
- Understanding the principles of professional conduct
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Desirable
- Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative.
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.
