Job responsibilities Clinical To provide a continuing element of the overall therapy programme/treatment plan to clients within the setting. This may include clients with additional physical health needs, physical disability, behaviours that challenge and learning disabilities. The post holder will be involved with monitoring the patients progress, making some treatment decisions while assessing and re-assessing the patients progress. The post holder will observe general behaviour, functional ability, and response of patients and record the information liaising with the senior therapist/worker. To undertake client interventions and reviews, regularly meeting the relevant professionals to discuss progress, and reporting back if any problems occur. To seek advice and supervision from the senior therapist/worker within the team as necessary to ensure appropriate patient management and care. To use knowledge and skills to engage patients in therapeutic activities to promote healthy psychological and physiological wellbeing. Encouraging self-management techniques were able. To prescribe basic equipment and minor adaptions under prescribers guidelines and with guidance, where required, from a senior therapist Deliver, collect and instruct in the use of equipment for patients as part of their treatment plan. Report defects in equipment, taking action to ensure such equipment is withdrawn from service. Be responsible for material stock and maintenance stock levels as required. Order equipment from the Community Equipment Service. Where applicable, to participate in reviews / case conferences of individual patients and contribute to the evaluation of their progress and development of their goals To attend multi-disciplinary/multi-agency case conferences, liaison, meetings, handovers and patient reviews as necessary and appropriate To support and encourage patients, their relatives and carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining maximal functional independence. To be responsible for contributing to the planning, monitoring and evaluating of patient centred individual and / or group activities as part of a regular review of the service requirements if required within your team. Responsibility for People Management Participate in induction and support programmes in relation to new staff and volunteers where appropriate. To receive line management support and supervision Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finances, however they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial issues. The post holder will use Livewell Southwest resources responsibly. The post holder may be required to record and manage patients property as part of their role. Responsibility for administration Prioritises workload effectively, this could include scheduling your workday appropriately or managing your own diary of appointments and visits (as well as mileage if applicable) This requires a high level of time management and organisation skills. To be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures for ordering, maintaining and using materials and equipment as directed by registered staff. To participate in the planning and implementation of operational policies, projects and service development within the team. To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date client records and related documentation in line with clinical guidance and LSW policy. To be aware of, and act upon, LWSW and safety policies, including the prompt recording of any accident, incident, or other untoward event involving self, patients or other staff. To keep abreast of policy changes and developments within LWSW and implement relevant LWS policies, protocols and guidelines. To take a flexible approach to supporting colleagues in times of caseload pressure, including working with colleagues to maintain support across the team within the resources available. Report any changes in the patients condition or care needs to the relevant therapist and document accordingly. Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of trust policies and local protocols and keeping up to date with changes To access email and other information through Livewell Southwest intranet 5.4 Responsibility for people who use our services To form a rapport and professional relationship with patients, maintaining clear boundaries for effective working practices. Understand own limitations, responsibilities and accountabilities. Respect patient privacy, confidentiality, dignity, wishes and beliefs minimizing any necessary discomfort at all times. To support and encourage patients, their relatives and carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining maximal functional independence. Work with groups and individual patients using a range of treatment and interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and good observational skills in order to assist an individual to achieve their potential/goals. Other Responsibilities To undertake practice supervision in line with practice supervision policy. To participate in staff appraisal including the formulation of personal development plans. To support new and less experienced members of all disciplines, both formally and informally, including students and placements within the team were appropriate. To adhere to the Lone Working Policy and ensure procedures are adhered to. To understand how to apply changes in legislation, policies and procedures. To undertake any other duties considered reasonable and appropriate by team manager. 6. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS To liaise with the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies involved in the patients care. The post holder will need to be able to develop professional and therapeutic relationships with the following groups: (this list is for example and not exhaustive) Patients Carers Families Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Nurses Social Workers Assistant Practitioners Doctors Managers Administrators External Agencies (e.g. community equipment provider, care agencies, Age UK, WPVC)