Rehabilitation Support worker | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST, Queensbury, Brent

Rehabilitation Support worker | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

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CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST, Queensbury, Brent

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 8 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 15c1e9d045914135913e269f8e454271

Full Job Description

Discharge to Assess, Short Term Rehab and Intermediate Care supporting Therapy in Bedded Units The post holder will therefore be required to support clinicians in achieving Therapy goals in the community i.e. visit patients in their own homes or Bedded Units to carry out prescribed treatment and assess for and provide appropriate O/T equipment or mobility aids directly or by prescription. The post holder will work alone and will be required to use a degree of initiative while working within the parameters of the team's policies and procedures. The service provides multidisciplinary therapy (OT and Physiotherapy) and support to help patients engage in a rehabilitation or long-term management programme to regain or retain their independence. You must be a car owner and have a valid UK driving license as this role involves working with patients in their own home, covering West Hertfordshire.

  • To carry out pre-defined rehabilitation programmes with patients in their own homes, day centres, the local environment, including outdoors and on public transport, and within the therapy centre as directed by a qualified therapist for a range of patients, including those with complex presentations.
  • To report to an allocated supervisor about treatments undertaken, progress made, outcomes of intervention and to discuss when modification of rehabilitation programmes may be necessary as part of a structured clinical supervision system.
  • To ensure all aspects of your work are of a high clinical standard and be accountable for this to the team lead, through the qualified staff.
  • To observe any progress, deterioration or other significant changes in a patient's condition or performance and to report these to the relevant therapist involved in the client's care.
  • To participate in the delivery of patient education programmes.
  • To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your intervention through the use of treatment plans, goals, outcome measures and clinical supervision with a qualified therapist in order to progress treatment programmes and ensure clinical effectiveness.
  • 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

    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 associated with Therapy. They must be confident working as a lone worker, with the support of the team.