Therapy Assistant

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Career development and training

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Job summary

The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester seeks a Therapy Assistant to support therapists in delivering one-to-one and group therapy and to help residents maximise independence. You will assist with planning and delivering therapeutic activities, observe sessions, and document outcomes under supervision.

Applicants should have GNVQ 3 or willingness to train, and prior care/therapy experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a facility focused on neurological rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training.
• Experience working in a care and/or therapy environment.
• Ability to complete in-service training and learn techniques to support therapists.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; interpersonal skills.
• Understand confidentiality and its implications.

Responsibilities

• Undertake basic procedures as instructed by a qualified therapist, respecting privacy and beliefs.
• Report changes in service user condition promptly.
• Maintain effective communication within the team and with clients.
• Ensure written/computerised documentation is accurate and complete.
• Observe and record sessions and adjust plans under supervision.
• Attend in-service training to learn techniques for supporting therapists.

Skills

Willingness to train

Teamwork

Communication skills

Confidential handling

Education

GNVQ 3

Job description

Join the team at The Dean Neurological Centrein Gloucesterand enjoy a rewarding career as you provide care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment.

You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT and Dietitians to assist and deliver planned therapy programmes, which aim to support, develop and/or restore service users level of functioning, including mobility, self-care, productivity, leisure, and day-to-day activities.

Reporting to qualified Therapists, you will support service users as they embark on the recovery journey to work towards their goals. You will prepare and assist individual and group therapeutic activities.

You will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions within a one-to-one and group setting. This will see you create one-to-one rapports to increase engagement, promote recovery and encourage independence as you support service users with prescribed practices that are tailored to their needs.

As a Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for participation in the evaluation of service provisions and activities and will ensure all sessions are observed, reported and recorded. Under supervision, you will make necessary adjustments to service users plans according to their changing needs and abilities.

As a Therapy Assistant you will be:

• Undertaking basic procedures as instructed by a qualified therapist respecting the clients privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs.
• Reporting any change in service user condition, circumstances or response to treatment appropriately and immediately.
• Maintaining effective communication within the team and between clients, visitors and colleagues.
• Ensuring written/computerised documentation is accurate and complete.
• Handling and exchanging information with care and sensitivity maintaining clinical confidentiality at all times.
• Attending in service training and development to learn techniques required to support the senior colleagues.
• Assisting with ensuring a safe environment.
• Committed to helping individuals regain their maximum independence.
• Compliance with legislative procedures. Health and Safety, COSHH, Fire and Manual Handling.
• Compliance with Elysium policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training.
• Experience working in a care and or therapy environment.
• Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care.
• Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly.
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance.

Where you will be working:

Location:

Tewkesbury Road, Longford, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9EE

The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds, which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham with good transport links.

The Centre delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability.

It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.

Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment., with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.

What You'll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,662
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Subsidised meals and onsite parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure