Are you a caring, dynamic, and motivated person interested in working to support patients in their own home? Then we have the job for you!
We are looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Intermediate Care team, which is part of the Responsive Services team in First Community Health and Care.
The Rehabilitation Assistants work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, other Rehabilitation Assistants, and Administrative Staff. The Intermediate Care team provides short term care packages and rehabilitation to patients who have recently been discharged from hospital or those at risk of being admitted to hospital. The post of Rehabilitation Assistant involves providing care visits and rehabilitation in the patients' own home under the direction of our nurses and therapists.
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to drive and have access to a car suitable for business use. The use of public transport to complete this role is not possible due to the area that we cover.
All staff undertake an induction programme. At First Community, training and development opportunities are supported through an annual appraisal process and in-house training.
The service operates from 08:00 to 20:00, 7 days a week, 365 days a year; the post holder will be expected to work on a rota basis.
If you would like to discuss the role or have any questions, please contact Thomas Kenny or Katie Fox on 01737 775475.
Main duties of the job
An interest in working in rehabilitation of patients in the home setting to improve patients' independence and achieve their goals
Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team
Must be able to manage time effectively
A willingness to undertake competencies to enhance skills in the role
You must be a car driver and have access to a car
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide?
(2023 staff survey results) First Community is a staff-owned social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for individuals who share our values: First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value. First Community is a great place to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work-life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension, flexible retirement options, and various employee benefits. Please talk to us before applying or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the role. At First Community, we welcome applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments. Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target. Job responsibilities The post holder is responsible for working under the direction of the nurses and therapists. They work within the multidisciplinary team, promoting independence by providing support and care in the community setting. The post holder will carry out delegated tasks given by the physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and the nursing team. The service operates 8am to 8pm seven days a week. When completing your application, please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents. Person Specification Skills Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build rapport and establish good one-to-one relationships Ability to organise own time efficiently Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to maintain a positive team-working relationship by valuing the contributions of other team members, understanding others' needs, using a flexible approach, and handling conflict positively in an open and constructive manner Able to work independently following spoken or written instructions Knowledge Good written communication skills and an ability to maintain accurate, clear records Other Willingness to learn new skills to adapt positively to changes in working practice and patterns Able to work flexibly in order to provide personal care and support Valid licence to drive in the UK with access to a car for business use Experience Previous nursing experience or experience of caring for someone who was elderly, disabled or ill, not necessarily in paid employment Qualifications Good general knowledge and education to GCSE standard NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent in health and social care Desirable NVQ 3 or studying towards CQF diploma level 3 in clinical health care support
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(2023 staff survey results) First Community is a staff-owned social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for individuals who share our values: First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value. First Community is a great place to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work-life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension, flexible retirement options, and various employee benefits. Please talk to us before applying or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the role. At First Community, we welcome applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments. Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target. Job responsibilities The post holder is responsible for working under the direction of the nurses and therapists. They work within the multidisciplinary team, promoting independence by providing support and care in the community setting. The post holder will carry out delegated tasks given by the physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and the nursing team. The service operates 8am to 8pm seven days a week. When completing your application, please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents. Person Specification Skills Good communication skills and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build rapport and establish good one-to-one relationships Ability to organise own time efficiently Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to maintain a positive team-working relationship by valuing the contributions of other team members, understanding others' needs, using a flexible approach, and handling conflict positively in an open and constructive manner Able to work independently following spoken or written instructions Knowledge Good written communication skills and an ability to maintain accurate, clear records Other Willingness to learn new skills to adapt positively to changes in working practice and patterns Able to work flexibly in order to provide personal care and support Valid licence to drive in the UK with access to a car for business use Experience Previous nursing experience or experience of caring for someone who was elderly, disabled or ill, not necessarily in paid employment Qualifications Good general knowledge and education to GCSE standard NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent in health and social care Desirable NVQ 3 or studying towards CQF diploma level 3 in clinical health care support
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