Blaenau-Gwent are seeking an exceptional Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic Integrated Community Resource Team. We are searching for individuals who are self-driven, passionate and eager to make a real difference to people's lives. As part of our team, you will have the unique opportunity to help promote independence and empower individuals to achieve their personal goals. You will be working closely with the Community Resource Team and the Information, Advice and Assistance (IAA) team. You will have strong links to the hospital teams and promote prevention and early intervention.
Our CRT is a collaborative effort between the Aneurin Bevan Health Board and Blaenau Gwent Social Services, dedicated to providing individuals with the right intervention at the right time, from the right professional(s). As an Assistant Practitioner, you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of adults in need of support to remain in their own homes. You will be an integral part of the wider multidisciplinary service comprising of Social Workers, Physiotherapists, Rapid Response Team, Community Ward's, Reablement and Home Care.
Main duties of the job
Community Resource Team's (CRT), function is to work with people to enable them to be supported in their own home wherever possible, this includes providing a range of preventative interventions in conjunction with our Social Care partners. The Team is made up of a range of professionals from Health & Social Care.
You will provide support in delivering prescribed clinical interventions and support using good problem solving, time management and assessment skills and supervisory skillsin a variety of community settings.
In addition, you will also provide initial practical hands on support to people in their own homes working alongside the multi-professional team, undertaking delegated assessment and caseload managementas well assupervisory duties.We aim to deliver high quality health and social care services for adults in Blaenau Gwent and the role is an integral part of the CRT.If you are an experienced, caring supportive individual who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary environment, we look forward to hearing from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience of participating in and delivering in-service training programmes
* Clinical experience of working within a therapy servic
* Experience of providing intervention to patients under the guidance of a qualified staff member
* Use of adapted manual handing techniques and manipulation skills
* Health/Social Care experience
* Experience of supervising staff
Education/Qualifications/Training
* QCF/NVQ/GNVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health and/or Social Care PLUS Relevant courses/ training to support clinical experience and significant knowledge of the model of physiotherapy and occupational therapy with a particular emphasis on Reablement
* A working knowledge of Microsoft packages
* Knowledge and experience of using therapeutic equipment including aids and adaptations
* Experience as a therapy assistant/technician, rehabilitation assistant or other equivalent post in an enabling role
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Awareness of clinical governance
Skills and Knowledge
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to receive, obtain and relay confidential written and verbal information accurately and efficiently
* Willingness to learn new skills
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Able to present information, written, and oral, in a clear and logical manner
* Able to keep accurate and legible service users records
* Demonstrates an ability to organise own workload and problem solve
* Demonstrates an ability to co-ordinate resources efficiently and effectively
* Demonstrates an ability to support, direct and motivate staff
* Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills
* Understands and able to work within the organisational policies including data protection, equal opportunities, Health & Safety to meet the diverse needs of service users
* Able to prioritise between urgent and routine tasks
Other Requirements
* Patience and persuasive skills
* Good listener
* Caring professional approach and manner
* Adaptability and sensitivity to the physical capabilities and emotional needs of others
* Ability to contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of a successful team
* Ability to display commitment and enthusiasm for empowering service users
* Ability to involve service users in assessing and reviewing programs
* Demonstrates flexibility
* Ability to travel within the geographical area covered by the service.
* Able to work a shift pattern covering weekends, evenings and bank holidays
* Able to cope with occasional exposure to challenging environments
* Understand and demonstrate a willingness to promote positively the equal opportunities policy of the appointing organisation.
* The physical ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling as demanded by the job role.
* The ability to adapt to changes in work routine.
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.
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