Generic Therapy Support Worker - North Kerrier
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Therapy Support Worker to join the Integrated Rehabilitation Therapy Team at Camborne Redruth Community Hospital.
This post will be a generic post working across Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy so we are looking for a candidate who has experience at a Band 3 level in both of these areas, however this a supportive learning environment and we will help you to develop in both areas with competencies, our monthly in service training, and working jointly with out experienced therapists and support workers.
It will also involve working mainly in the Community Rehabilitation Team but providing support to the inpatient team on the Community Assessment and Treatment Unit (CATU) when required.
The community rehabilitation team work in the North Kerrier locality to provide rehabilitation to people in their own homes which also includes care homes. The CATU is a unit in transition working towards a model of reducing frailty admissions to the Acute trust by providing acute medical, nursing and therapy interventions.
We are looking for a colleague who is reliable, flexible, and wishes to develop their assessment, care planning and rehabilitation skills whilst being part of a dynamic, progressive multi-disciplinary team.
We have 2 part time posts available, up to 30 hours per week Monday-Friday. We support flexible working- feel free to call us to discuss working patterns in more detail.
Main duties of the job
Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists you will be responsible for the assessment, treatment and discharge planning of patients within your care. You will need to assist in the interpretation of information relevant to the patient’s condition/progress, identify problems and patient needs, setting realistic goals.
You will need to have excellent organisational skills combined with experience of working in older person’s services. You will need a valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to different locations to facilitate hospital discharges.
We are a supportive team, including OTs / PTs and support workers with excellent MDT working with other disciplines. We offer a friendly , supportive working environment where you can develop your clinical and interpersonal skills. CPD is actively encouraged and supported through regular supervision/appraisal and training.
Working for our organisation
We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area.This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria- Good general education to GCSE or equivalent
- Examinations taken in English Language or IELTS qualification
- Theoretical and practical training to NVQ 3 level in relevant area or relevant experience
- Evidence of recent study eg Anatomy and Physiology, Access to Physiotherapy/ Occupational Therapy course etc
Experience
Essential criteria- Previous experience of working as a Therapy Support Worker, working in health or similar post.
- Experience of working in a Therapy led approach
- Experience of managing own caseload in a variety of settings
- Experience of teaching and leading groups
- Experience of supervision of junior members of staff
Skills and Aptitude
Essential criteria- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good understanding of the importance of empathy when helping to motivate and encourage patients with impairments
At Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust we are proud to prioritise the development of our people. To support this, the following opportunities are available:
- Career conversations and individual development plans for succession planning and talent management
- Protected CPD time for registered staff
- Access to a dedicated central development fund supporting CPD for all staff
- Leadership and Management development programmes
- Coaching and mentoring opportunities
- A full clinical induction programme for operational skills
- Access to a care certificate programme for our band 1-4 clinical staff
- A bespoke and robust preceptorship programme to support newly qualified staff
- Individual professional development programmes
Being part of a successful NHS Foundation Trust brings a portfolio of rewards and benefits for our staff. These include:
- Suite of health and wellbeing initiatives to support our colleagues physical and mental health
- Free access to individual HARP portfolios to support revalidation for nursing staff
- Free DBS checks where required
- Discounts available from retailers, UK hotels and main attractions
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- The Trust reimburses all application costs for staff eligible to apply for EU settlement status.
The Trust reserves the right to close this advert once a sufficient number of applications have been submitted. It is encouraged that you complete the application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process you will be contacted via TRAC.jobs email regarding interview details.
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust welcomes and values individuals with lived experience of mental or physical ill health joining our workforce. We aspire to have a culture that develops, promotes and supports lived experience roles - throughout the organisation.
If you are successful, you agree to Occupational Health accessing your health records from your current or previous employer to check the status of your inoculations and screening tests. Appointments are subject to full three year satisfactory references therefore please ensure you include correct contact details for your nominated referees including email addresses.
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