Job summary East Dorset ICRT are looking for Band 3 Community Rehabilitation Assistants to work within the Multidisciplinary team, based at St Leonards Community Hospital, MDT working as a team to provide intermediate care and rehabilitation to the adult population of the East Dorset Locality. We are a friendly and dynamic team, that are committed to providing high quality Rehabilitation and care to the residents of East Dorset through integrated and collaborative ways of working in conjunction with our colleagues in the Primary and Social Care sectors. The post will involve treatment of patients in their own homes to avoid hospital admission and enable them to achieve as much strength, confidence, function, and independence as possible following their illness/surgery. We also support patients who wish to remain at home who are requiring End of Life Care. Dorset Healthcare Trust is committed to improving career development and training opportunities, so if you are interested in progressing your employment towards an Apprenticeship in Nursing, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy then we are here to support you, please apply. Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position. Main duties of the job The Integrated Community Rehabilitation Team is a multi-disciplinary team offering therapy to a wide range of people within their home environments to prevent avoidable hospital admissions and facilitate earlier hospital discharge as well as in-reaching onto the wards. It is essential that you have experience of rehabilitation or a caring role, preferably in both ward and community settings, as well as having good verbal, written and team working skills. You will need to be flexible in your approach and confident to work alone. Basic IT skills and NVQ level 2/3 would be advantageous. Responsibilities will require you to work mainly under the close supervision of the clinicians within the team, but at times also to work autonomously. You will need to have the ability to drive a car as you will be required to visit patients in their own homes and other community settings. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment, we can provide an opportunity for you to develop your clinical skills and experience in a supportive team, with regular supervision and appraisals. You will be required to achieve a certain competency level which we will give you support and training to help you reach. Opportunities for further training may be available through the Trusts Training Department. May work alone within scope of role and have their own caseload of service users with non-complex needs that have been previously seen or triaged by a registered member of staff. About us At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves. Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year p.a. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 152-C071.24E Job locations St. Leonards Hospital 241 Ringwood Road Ringwood BH24 2RR Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Recommend a friend Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £250 reward payment for the introduction Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Recommend a friend Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £250 reward payment for the introduction Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent award in an appropriate field Demonstrable competence in skills for role EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in a care based workplace Experience in care of the older person Demonstrate enthusiasm for providing high standards of patient care Desirable Working within the NHS SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Basic computer skills for example entering numbers in a spreadsheet or using email Ability to communicate effectively with patients/clients despite barriers to understanding that enables them to participate in their therapy Ability to work autonomously and manage workload TRANSPORT Essential Car owner Full UK Driving Licence Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent award in an appropriate field Demonstrable competence in skills for role EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in a care based workplace Experience in care of the older person Demonstrate enthusiasm for providing high standards of patient care Desirable Working within the NHS SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Basic computer skills for example entering numbers in a spreadsheet or using email Ability to communicate effectively with patients/clients despite barriers to understanding that enables them to participate in their therapy Ability to work autonomously and manage workload TRANSPORT Essential Car owner Full UK Driving Licence 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 Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Address St. Leonards Hospital 241 Ringwood Road Ringwood BH24 2RR Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)