Job summary
Band 3 Rehabilitation Assistant
An opportunity has arisen for a Full-time or Part-time Rehabilitation Assistant to work within the ENable Neurological Rehabilitation and Falls Teams. These teams are part of the Maximising Independence service line within Ealing Community Partners (ECP).
Rehabilitation Assistants work as part of the multidisciplinary team, working closely with physiotherapists and occupational therapists. We provide rehabilitation in the patients' home environment with a focus on promoting independence, meeting rehabilitation goals and reducing care needs in the community. Rehabilitation assistants are integral to running our patient groups in Southall and Acton.
This is an exciting opportunity for a health care support worker who already has some experience of working with patients in an acute or community healthcare setting to expand their skills and work within a friendly community team.
Ealing Community Partners is a group of NHS, Ealing Council and voluntary organisations working together to deliver community health and care services for the people of Ealing.
The post holder will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the Service and it is essential they have a current driving license and access to a vehicle as extensive travel across the Borough is required.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a rehabilitation assistant across the ENable Team and the Falls Team delivering care to people in their own homes, the local community and/or designated buildings (such as Care homes, Ealing day treatment centre, Clayponds Hospital, Charity halls/Community centres. Occasional support might need to be provided to other services in the maximising directorate.
- To assist the therapists by carrying out delegated aspects of patient care such as practising exercises or reviewing equipment, with supervision as required, reporting back patient progress and informing qualified staff of any issues.
- To assist with equipment ordering and stock control for department supplies and ensuring that these are received in full and good working order, following up on any outstanding items or actions as required.
- To undertake support work to aid the rehabilitation of patients in the community or the management of patients at home to prevent and unnecessary hospital admission.
- To assist with running of various therapist lead group exercise sessions such as upper limb exercise class, Falls, balance & strength class and adapted tai chi exercise class.
About us
The Enable and Falls teams are small, friendly teams in Ealing. We work together to provide excellent rehabilitation to our patients and provide a supportive and flexible environment for team members.
The team are supported in their professional development with regular training and clinical supervision ad opportunities to expand your clinical skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as a rehabilitation assistant across the ENable Team and the Falls Team delivering care to people in their own homes, the local community and/or designated buildings (such as Care homes, Ealing day treatment centre, Clayponds Hospital, Charity halls/Community centres. Occasional support might need to be provided to other services in the maximising directorate.
- To assist the therapists by carrying out delegated aspects of patient care with supervision as required, reporting back patient progress and informing qualified staff of any issues.
- To assist with equipment ordering and stock control for department supplies and ensuring that these are received in full and good working order, following up on any outstanding items or actions as required.
- To undertake support work to aid the rehabilitation of patients in the community or the management of patients at home to prevent an unnecessary hospital admission.
- To assist with running of various therapist lead group exercise sessions such as upper limb exercise class, Falls, balance & strength class and adapted tai chi exercise class.
Further role details are attached in the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good level of general education (GCSE Maths and English)
- Evidence of continuous development
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 qualification in health and social care, or equivalent experience.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Basic IT skills - able to use a computer for emails, word & general internet use
- Able to drive and have use of a car for work
- Have an interest in working with older people and rehabilitation
- Able to navigate around the Borough and other Trust sites using own car
Experience
Essential
- Have knowledge and understanding of the role of Rehabilitation professionals in the community
- Previous work experience, voluntary or paid, as a Rehabilitation assistant or similar Health or Care Assistant role in a social or healthcare environment.
- Experience of working with older people and people with long-term conditions.
- Able to work in a team
Desirable
- Understanding the NHS and Social Care
- Understanding the roles of physiotherapy and occupational therapy
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
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Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ealing Day Treatment Centre
1 Britten Drive
Ealing
UB1 2SH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)
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