Job Summary
Care Plus Group provides person centred support to vulnerable adults requiring specialist therapy input within the North East Lincolnshire Area. We provide a range of services including:
1. Adult Learning Disability
2. HOPE (Falls and Respiratory Services)
3. Reablement @ Home
4. Community Urgent Care Team
5. Moving and handling
6. Community Inpatient Unit
7. Therapy support into Community Therapy Team NEL
Our highly skilled practitioners place the individual at the forefront of their care, promoting faster recovery from illness and maximizing independent living. Multi-professional staff collaborate with individuals to ensure they achieve their full potential. The postholder will provide cover/support to each service when required.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main Duties of the Job
Technical Instructor
Department: Community Therapy NEL
Base: Cromwell Road, Primary Care Centre
37.5 hours Permanent
Salary Range 4 £24,645 - £27,202 per annum - you will be appointed on a fixed salary point within the range.
You will provide a high standard of practice undertaking all aspects of clinical duties appropriate for a Technical Instructor. You will liaise with the wider MDT and participate in the provision at each service in various locations, including home visits and group settings, providing an effective rehabilitation and discharge preparation service.
You will manage a defined caseload of patients using evidence-based/patient-centred principles to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions, including discharge planning.
1. Complete therapy assessments, considering rehabilitation needs, equipment, and adaptations.
2. Devise suitable treatment plans for individuals, considering their needs and any specific local access criteria.
3. Supervise therapy programmes and alter/adapt the programme in routine situations (including the patients' homes).
4. Give out, check and alter therapeutic equipment including assessment for mobility aids. Be responsible for the safe use of equipment and aids by patients in your care.
5. Manage the assessment, treatment, and discharge of a patient caseload, as delegated by the therapist following triage.
About Us
Care Plus Group is an employee-owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. We consistently deliver high-quality innovative services across NE Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition and commendations, including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme, and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We are a supportive employer and operate in a way that supports family-friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job Locations
Cromwell Primary Care Centre
Cromwell Road
Grimsby
DN31 2BH
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Foundation Degree in relevant subject area
* or
* NVQ Level 3 in relevant subject area with 2 years experience of therapeutic support work
* Minimum Level 2 Numeracy and literacy or equivalent level of competence
Desirable
* Awareness of health promotion / education
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of and competency in therapeutic support work, ideally as an Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor or equivalent.
Desirable
* Previous experience of multidisciplinary and/or multi-agency working
* Previous experience of working with volunteers and/or community groups
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
* Able to work effectively in a team and in collaboration with other disciplines and agencies.
* Self-motivated to work independently with delegated tasks
* Understanding of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling issues and Risk Assessment
* Understanding of local community issues in North East Lincolnshire
* Clear and effective communication skills both verbal and written
* Accurate record keeping and competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook & Excel
* Empathetic approach
* Able to move and handle safely
* Motivational skills
Desirable
* Moving and Handling Training
* Basic Understanding of Risk Management
* Health & Safety training
Other
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
* Ability to transport self and others around the area.
* Ability to maintain moderate to intense physical effort
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: Care Plus Group
Address: Cromwell Primary Care Centre
Cromwell Road
Grimsby
DN31 2BH
Employer's website: https://www.careplusgroup.org/ #J-18808-Ljbffr