Job summary Dorset Healthcare are looking for Community Rehabilitation Assistant to join our supportive Purbeck Integrated Community Rehabilitation Team based Purbeck. The multi-disciplinary team, work with adult patients in their own homes, Community Hospital, or care homes to promote independence and improve quality of life by supporting them to remain at home or be discharged home. Therefore, being a car driver is essential for this role. As part of this role, you will be required to work as member of the therapy team at Swanage Community Hospital. You will be joining a motivated, caring, inclusive and compassionate team. You will work with a team of Nurses and Therapists to set goals and assist patients to regain their independence.We offer opportunities for further learning and development, including the chance to apply for Nursing, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Apprenticeships. Responsibilities will require you to work mainly under the close supervision of the clinicians within the team, but at times also to work autonomously. Previous rehabilitation/care experience, working in the community or on a ward would be desirable. To have a discussion or for informal visit, please contact Rachel Felton, Team Lead 01929 507 183/ 07584800112 rachel.felton1nhs.net 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 Implement planned Intermediate Care/Rehab for individuals in their own home, Community Hospital ward and other community settings maintaining a high standard of evidence based practice to meet identified needs. Actively participate in learning opportunities to maintain knowledge and inform practice. Actively seeks feedback. Manage own workload and time, for example maintaining own diary. To assist clinicians in administrative tasks required for the efficient day-to-day running of the team. Record own learning and personal development. Identifies and articulates areas for self-improvement, including through self-reflection and evaluation of practice. To attend mandatory and statutory training as identified at appraisal and by trust policy. Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check. 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 £500 reward payment for the introduction Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info About us At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good 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 urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways 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 testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £10,591 to £11,296 a year p.a. Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 152-C017.24C Job locations Purbeck Local Office 19 Bonnets lane, Wareham BH20 4HB 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. Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net to access the support. 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. Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net to access the support. Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential NVQ / Diploma Level 2/3 in Healthcare or willing to work towards Skills to manage challenging situations Good organisational skills/decision making Job specific experience Essential Experience working in Health or social care setting Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively Desirable Community experience Previous experience with the rehabilitation of Adult/Elderly patients Business Travel Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Information Technology/Resources Desirable Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential NVQ / Diploma Level 2/3 in Healthcare or willing to work towards Skills to manage challenging situations Good organisational skills/decision making Job specific experience Essential Experience working in Health or social care setting Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively Desirable Community experience Previous experience with the rehabilitation of Adult/Elderly patients Business Travel Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Information Technology/Resources Desirable Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems 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 Purbeck Local Office 19 Bonnets lane, Wareham BH20 4HB Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)