Job responsibilities
There are two wards in our Blackheath site: Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit and Heathside Unit. Across the two wards we provide assessment, rehabilitation, support, and care.
Level 1 Regional Specialist Rehabilitation
This regionally renowned service is for people with complex cognitive and /or behavioural problems following a brain injury or because of a neurological condition. They have complex nursing and therapy needs requiring input from a highly specialist Inter-Disciplinary Team, and treatment facilities unlikely to be available locally.
Patients are usually in the very early stages of recovery from their brain injury and are usually admitted from an acute hospital once they are medically stable.
Level 2 Specialist Rehabilitation
This service is suitable for people who require specialist inpatient rehabilitation and have ongoing physical therapy needs.
Our team work closely together to ensure that every team member is working towards the same practical, realistic goals and that all therapies are focused on the areas that will enable patients to achieve those clearly defined and agreed goals.
Our team includes qualified nurses (RMN and RGNs), Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers and sessional visits from a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine and a weekly GP ward round. The clinical team are fully supported by rehabilitation assistants and technicians, administrators, housekeeping and catering staff and a maintenance team.
Conditions we support, but are not limited to:
Acquired Brain Injury
Anoxic Brain Injury
Brain Tumour
Complex Stroke
Traumatic Brain Injury
Inflammatory and infective conditions
What you'll be working:
This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, however we understand the need for a positive work, life balance and would be happy to discuss flexible working for the right candidate.
We are also happy to consider part-time hours for candidates with other employment, or training commitments, in order to support personal and professional growth and development.
What you'll be doing:
Completing comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of patients
Assisting the MDT in diagnosis, problem formulation and planning of rehabilitation programmes
Carrying out evidence-based psychological treatments including cognitive therapy, and mood therapy
Designing and implementing individual behaviour modification programmes utilising a Positive Behaviour Support approach
Supervising a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 2 Assistant Psychologists to carry out your tailored neuropsychological intervention
Leading by example, embedding reflective practice within your team
Functioning as a Key Worker/Named Therapist to ensure active coordination and management of the therapeutic programme to achieve the agreed rehabilitation goals
Coordinating and participating in regular, robust Psychology team meetings, to ensure that your service is organised, efficient and effective
Providing your intervention as part of an MDT approach and being involved in MDT service developments
Supporting and educating families and carers about acquired brain injury
Attending and participating in all relevant meetings, e.g., patient reviews and discharge meetings
Ensuring all practice complies with BPS and HCPC guidelines
Maintaining records and clinical notes in line with company policy and BPS guidelines
Providing all relevant reports as required, accurately and in a timely fashion, e.g., case review and discharge reports
Ensuring effective and timely communication at all levels (with patients, families, the MDT and external agencies)
Developing and delivering education and training to the MDT
Taking responsibility for own professional and personal development in line with HCPC and BPS guidelines, including participating in Performance and Development Reviews, attending all relevant training and clinical supervision
Complying with all company policies and procedures, including Health & Safety and Fire Safety, etc
Planning and prioritising a complex clinical caseload
Presenting research and relevant lectures (including case studies) to the Neuroscience community and at appropriate conferences as agreed with their Line Manager
Embedding the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity into your practice
Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
What to look forward to:
25 days plus bank holidays
Birthday off
Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know
……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
