Care Practitioner

Active Care Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Care Practitioner for the Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre. The role involves ensuring safe operations, collaborating with nursing staff, and providing quality care. Candidates should have NVQ 3/4 or equivalent qualifications, with opportunities for career development and additional benefits.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Access to training and development

Discounts via the Active Reward App

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Personal pension plan

Health plans and savings options

Recognition programs like Active Awards

Enhanced sick and maternity benefits

Referral bonus scheme up to £1000

Support from clinical and leadership teams

Qualifications

• NVQ 3/4, foundation degree, diploma level, or equivalent through experience and training.
• Grade C or above in GCSE Math and English or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care promoting independence, dignity, privacy, and safety.
• Support qualified staff in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Lead holistic care delivery as a Rehabilitation Team leader.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Holistic care delivery

Medication administration

Education

NVQ 3/4 or equivalent

Job description

Join One of the UK’s Largest Independent Neuro and Mental Healthcare Providers

We proudly employ over 4,000 people and have roles available for all experience levels.

Position: Care Practitioner at Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, York

The role involves ensuring the safe operation of shifts, collaborating with the nurse in charge, engaging in care planning, managing medications, supporting the MDT with patient timetables, maintaining the environment, and participating in audits and changes.

Working Hours and Salary

• 36 hours per week
• Days, Nights, Weekends as per rota
• Salary: £14.93 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality care promoting independence, dignity, privacy, and safety.
• Support qualified staff in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care without direct supervision.
• Lead holistic care delivery as a Rehabilitation Team leader.
• Communicate effectively within the team, with healthcare professionals, patients, families, and visitors.
• Maintain high standards in a safe, inclusive environment.
• Assess, evaluate, and report actions to registered practitioners or the multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to junior team members, assessing their skills and competencies.
• Undergo training for medication administration, storage, and ordering.
• Participate in supervisions and act as a preceptor for new staff.
• Assist in creating care plans, case reviews, and discharge notes tailored to patient needs.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ 3/4, foundation degree, diploma level, or equivalent through experience and training.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in the specialty area.
• Grade C or above in GCSE Math and English or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training to teach in the lifelong learning sector.

Additional Benefits and Support

• 25 days plus bank holidays, birthday off.
• Access to training and development through the Active Learning Hub.
• Discounts via the Active Reward App.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Personal pension plan.
• Health plans and savings options.
• Recognition programs like Active Awards.
• Enhanced sick and maternity benefits.
• Referral bonus scheme up to £1000.
• Support from clinical and leadership teams for career development.