Therapy Assistant

We are looking to recruit a Therapy Assistant with experience in Rehabilitation to work closely with the current Therapy Assistants team and wider MDT of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Clinical Psychologist. The postholder will be working in a dynamic environment providing high quality treatment programmes under the supervision of the wider therapy team to individuals with a range of neurological conditions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with your patients and utilise an array of resources and up to date technology and run therapy group sessions and activities. There will be opportunities to run/attend regular training, receive regular supervision and Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged. We hold weekly therapy team meetings and in service training.

Main duties of the job

As a Therapy Assistant at Marbrook you will be a key member of the MDT providing rehabilitation to our group of residents. You will be carrying out treatment interventions as instructed by therapists, this may include exercise sessions, walking practice, supporting someone with washing and dressing, and aiding with their communication. You will also support the team with discharge planning, this can include liaison with outside agencies such as social services, equipment services and third sector organisations such as Stroke association or Headway.

For this role you should be an enthusiastic and positive individual who is keen to learn and have a passion for enabling people to achieve their goals and maximize their independence.

About us

The Marbrook Centre is a specialist Neurological Rehabilitation provider in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. The centre provides intensive rehabilitation for people post stroke, ABI, spinal injury and many other conditions. At Marbrook we put the individual at the centre of their rehabilitation and care with a significant focus on quality communication between staff, the individual and their family. This has enabled us to develop a successful track record of supporting individuals to return to their home environment having made significant functional gains and achievement of their goals. Our success is based on recruiting individuals who have the passion to drive us forward to being the best rehab service, and in return for that commitment you will work in a job that provides satisfaction and stimulation.

Job responsibilities

Purpose of role: The post holder will be responsible for implementing a wide array of therapy interventions under the guidance and direction of the relevant therapists. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the rehab coaches and support workers to implement therapy plans and work jointly on residents goals and objectives. The post holder will be expected to take part in regular in service training and provide advice and training to other team members and residents and family as directed by the therapy team.

• To ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents.
• To carry out therapeutic interventions as directed by the therapy team across all disciplines: Physio, OT, speech and language therapy etc.
• To provide feedback to therapy team on these interventions.
• Contribute to resident goal setting/planning.
• Support therapy team with referrals and liaison with onward services e.g. social care, community therapy, equipment services, wheelchair services etc.
• To keep accurate and clear documentation.
• Participate in audits.
• Take an active role in personal and professional development.

General Responsibilities:

• To keep accurate and clear documentation in line with sector specific and legal requirements.
• To participate in audits as required.
• To keep abreast of new developments in the profession, and to bring innovation and creative input to the role, for consideration and discussion with line manager.
• To attend all mandatory and developmental training courses relevant to the post and as agreed with the line manager.
• To work in accordance with all relevant legislation e.g. CQC standards, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty, Health & Safety at Work etc, and in line with The Marbrook Centres policies and procedures at all times, contributing (if and when appropriate) to the revision of these documents.
• To take an active role in own personal and professional development.
• To act in line with Health and Safety at Work legislation and requirements and in line with The Marbrook Centres approach to Health and Safety at all times.
• To act in line with the Care Standards Act 2000 and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults at all times.
• To adhere to all aspects of security and ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff and visitors at all times.
• At all times to ensure high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material and information, to respect the dignity and confidentiality of our service users, and to adhere to GDPR.
• To undertake any other duties from time to time, in order to maintain and enhance the service provision and as this role develops.

Equality & Diversity: It is the individual and collective responsibility of every member of staff to ensure adherence to The Marbrook Centres equal opportunities, equality and diversity policies. Racial, sexual or any other harassment or bullying will not be tolerated.

Qualifications

Relevant NVQ level 3 or above in healthcare.

Knowledge and Skills

• A keen interest in supporting people who have neurological conditions.
• To be friendly and approachable.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Experience

• Experience working in neurological rehabilitation.
• Experience of working within a health or social care setting.
• Experience of working as a therapy assistant across a range of disciplines e.g. Physio, OT, SLT.
• Experience of referral processes and liaison with outside agencies.

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.