Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner (Band 4)

Lincolnshire Community Health Services; Crossgate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is seeking an Assistant Practitioner to join the Adult Community Therapy team covering the South East locality (Spalding, Boston, Bourne and surrounding areas). You will assess patients in their own homes or care settings, coordinating care alongside registered therapists to maximise independence and rehabilitation goals.

We welcome foundation degree holders or equivalent, with a willingness to travel across Lincolnshire and work within a

Qualifications

• Foundation degree or equivalent
• Five GCSEs or above (or equivalent)
• Previous health or social care experience
• Evidence of assessment and clinical skills
• Ability to travel
• Experience of working in a community setting
• Experience of working without direct supervision

Responsibilities

• Independently assess, treat, review and discharge individuals using the Home First approach.
• Assess cognitive, psychological, social, sensory, perceptual, motor and medical factors to plan rehab.
• Support independence in the community with a person-centred approach.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team to address needs.
• Review and monitor plans with patients and support networks.
• Provide information on community services and access.
• Protect individuals from harm and liaise with safeguarding.
• Maintain a caseload and develop skills under supervision.
• Support discharge planning from hospital to community.
• Coordinate project development to improve patient flow with other services.

Skills

Assessment and clinical skills

Ability to travel

Community setting experience

Experience working without directSuper

Education

Foundation degree or equivalent

Five GCSEs or above

Job description

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is seeking an Assistant Practitioner to join the Adult Community Therapy team covering the South East locality (Spalding, Boston, Bourne and surrounding areas). You will assess patients in their own homes or care settings, coordinating care alongside registered therapists to maximise independence and rehabilitation goals.

We welcome foundation degree holders or equivalent, with a willingness to travel across Lincolnshire and work within a