About this role
Job summary
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We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and highly motivated Rehabilitation Assistant to join our evolving North Staffordshire Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS).
Our community and outpatient services play a crucial role in providing specialised patient-centred rehabilitation focusing on Early Supported Discharge and longer-term recovery. We are based at the Haywood Hospital, with our community service working across 7-day shift pattern within patient home environments around Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
Our focus is on maximising recovery, function and independence underpinned by a strong ethos of patient centred care, compassion and consistently high clinical standards.
We are looking for applicants with genuine interest in Stroke Care and Rehabilitation who are motivated by making a real difference to our patient lives.
We are committed to learning and development opportunities.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel independently and efficiently over a large geographical area and have access to suitable transport.
Main duties of the job
The Rehabilitation Assistant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will have specialist experience, knowledge and skills to work within the community or an outpatient setting.
As part of this role you will:
Perform at a high level of competence within agreed protocols under the supervision of a registered professional.
Take responsibility for their own workload within a broad framework overseen by registered staff to implement, deliver and evaluate specialist stroke rehabilitation programmes.
Be responsible for delivering defined therapeutic input independently with access to registered staff for advice and direction as needed.
Use technical and creative skills in the provision of therapeutic activities for individual patients and/or group sessions within the home environment or an outpatient setting.
About us
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;
Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Job description Job responsibilities
The Integrated Stroke Service provide highly complex care and the post holder will act as a professional and be competent as appropriate to the requirements of the role:
Please see the attached Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
oWorking as part of a team oWorking in a care environment oSupporting or contributing to the management of individuals with disabilities. oImplementation of rehabilitation programmes. oExperience of providing group activity programs. Ability to manage time effectively.
Desirable
Previous experience of working in a community setting/lone working Previous experience of working with patients after stroke Experience of supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of compromised functional ability. Working in a multidisciplinary team.
Personal Attributes Essential
Demonstrates values compatible with MPFT values and behaviours. Commitment to working across 7 days to support consistent rehabilitation ethos Shows effective communication in a range of environments. Able to work in a team effectively
Desirable
Able to accept feedback and demonstrate awareness of own development needs.
Qualifications Essential
Level 2 or above qualification (e.g. NVQ III, QCF 2) or equivalent GCSE English and Maths grade c / level 4 or above or Functional English and Maths level 2.
Desirable
Evidence of recent CPD activity Willingness to study / complete relevant training courses
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.
Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Integrated Community Stroke Service
High Lane
Burslem
ST6 7AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)