Established in 1975, the Hesley Group provides flexible, specialist residential services and further education. We aim to offer the best possible care, education and vocational opportunities for young people and adults, often with autism, who have a learning disability and complex needs including behaviour which may challenge. Our therapy service staff make a key contribution to our capacity to provide effective person-centred support.
We are now recruiting for a full time Therapy Assistant to be based in our Adult service at Meadow View. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking for a new challenge and who has the drive to support people to develop independence and skills in all aspects of their lives. You will work directly with Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists within a wider multi-disciplinary team that includes Applied Behaviour Analysts, Psychologists, Care Managers, Team Leaders, Support Workers and Vocational staff.
Main duties of the job
You will be an enthusiastic, creative and passionate individual who likes to take on new challenges and work with lots of different people. You will strive to provide the best quality of life for the people you support through your work. The post would suit someone looking to develop their knowledge and skills within the field of Autism, Learning Disability and Complex Needs. Job summary
We are now recruiting for a full time Therapy Assistant to be based in our Adult service at Meadow View. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking for a new challenge and who has the drive to support people to develop independence and skills in all aspects of their lives. You will work directly with Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists within a wider multi-disciplinary team. Benefits of working for us:
Continuous support and feedback through 1:1 supervision 7 weeks holiday Ongoing free mandatory and development training days Regular promotion opportunities Pension scheme Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through our Hesley Hub reward and recognition platform Access to our employee assistance programme which includes counselling and physiotherapy Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of the Therapy Assistant is to support and assist in the provision of a service to individuals who live within the group and to ensure that they work with qualified Occupational and Speech and Language Therapists to bring about an understanding of the persons occupational and communication needs within a positive behaviour support framework. The Therapy Assistant will be expected to work collaboratively with all other employees, families, carers and stakeholders to promote the wellbeing and best interests of the people who use our services, again through guidance and supervision and as directed by clinicians. Main Duties and Responsibilities
To demonstrate an understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapist and the Speech and Language Therapist in working with individuals with Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders and complex needs. To understand the process of each profession in undertaking assessment, interventions and evaluations with people living within the service. To develop positive relationships with all individuals and understand what a therapeutic relationship should be. To develop skills to undertake clinical supervision, so learning to reflect on practice and gain knowledge about clinical practice. To communicate feedback regarding sessions based on the aims and objectives set by the clinician. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
GCE/GCSE or Equivalent in English. GCE/GCSE or Equivalent in Maths. Desirable
Accredited qualification or further training in a vocational or practical skill. Experience of working in a health or social care environment. Experience
Essential
Experience of working within a team. Experience of working with people from a broad variety of backgrounds, life experiences and cultures. Desirable
Previous experience of working/volunteering/placement within a healthcare or social care setting or environment. Knowledge
Essential
Basic understanding of the role of Occupational Therapist and Speech and Language Therapist working with learning disability, autism and associated mental health difficulties. Good understanding of IT systems and assistive technology that is applicable to the client group. 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
Hesley Group Address
Stripe Road Tickhill Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 9HH Employer's website
https://www.hesleygroup.co.uk/
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You will be an enthusiastic, creative and passionate individual who likes to take on new challenges and work with lots of different people. You will strive to provide the best quality of life for the people you support through your work. The post would suit someone looking to develop their knowledge and skills within the field of Autism, Learning Disability and Complex Needs. Job summary
We are now recruiting for a full time Therapy Assistant to be based in our Adult service at Meadow View. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking for a new challenge and who has the drive to support people to develop independence and skills in all aspects of their lives. You will work directly with Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists within a wider multi-disciplinary team. Benefits of working for us:
Continuous support and feedback through 1:1 supervision 7 weeks holiday Ongoing free mandatory and development training days Regular promotion opportunities Pension scheme Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through our Hesley Hub reward and recognition platform Access to our employee assistance programme which includes counselling and physiotherapy Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of the Therapy Assistant is to support and assist in the provision of a service to individuals who live within the group and to ensure that they work with qualified Occupational and Speech and Language Therapists to bring about an understanding of the persons occupational and communication needs within a positive behaviour support framework. The Therapy Assistant will be expected to work collaboratively with all other employees, families, carers and stakeholders to promote the wellbeing and best interests of the people who use our services, again through guidance and supervision and as directed by clinicians. Main Duties and Responsibilities
To demonstrate an understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapist and the Speech and Language Therapist in working with individuals with Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders and complex needs. To understand the process of each profession in undertaking assessment, interventions and evaluations with people living within the service. To develop positive relationships with all individuals and understand what a therapeutic relationship should be. To develop skills to undertake clinical supervision, so learning to reflect on practice and gain knowledge about clinical practice. To communicate feedback regarding sessions based on the aims and objectives set by the clinician. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
GCE/GCSE or Equivalent in English. GCE/GCSE or Equivalent in Maths. Desirable
Accredited qualification or further training in a vocational or practical skill. Experience of working in a health or social care environment. Experience
Essential
Experience of working within a team. Experience of working with people from a broad variety of backgrounds, life experiences and cultures. Desirable
Previous experience of working/volunteering/placement within a healthcare or social care setting or environment. Knowledge
Essential
Basic understanding of the role of Occupational Therapist and Speech and Language Therapist working with learning disability, autism and associated mental health difficulties. Good understanding of IT systems and assistive technology that is applicable to the client group. 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
Hesley Group Address
Stripe Road Tickhill Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 9HH Employer's website
https://www.hesleygroup.co.uk/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
