Job summary The neuro rehabilitation assistant is an active member of a team providing high quality, evidence-based rehabilitation for patients with neurological conditions, including Acquired Brain Injury, in the community.
The rehabilitation assistant will take referrals from the therapy teams.
They will work both independently and with supervision to deliver individualised therapeutic treatment, working towards patient-centred goals.They will hold and plan their own caseload together with advice and support from therapy staff.
They will see patients as lone workers, monitor the patient's condition and progress and report back to the qualified team members.
**Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for:Clinical DutiesCommunicationOther Duties including support with equipment and admin About us Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!
We can offer you: A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up) Flexible working options Annual travel card loan Training, support and development in your career To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: Job description Job responsibilities **Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
** Person Specification Education/Qaulification Essential NVQ in Health Studies Level 3 or equivalent knowledge acquired through training, short courses or experience in health or wellbeing.
General school qualifications GCE/GCSE Maths and English Desirable Short courses in neurology and/or rehabilitation.
Experience Essential Recent experience of working in a relevant health or social care environment.
Experience in rehabilitation Knowledge of rehabilitation within neuro rehab Experience working with people with physical, cognitive, behavioural and communication disabilities Skills & Knowledge Essential Good standard of written and spoken English Ability to work independently and as part of a team Computer literacy Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) Desirable Understanding of the principles of rehab Basic understanding of anatomy and physiology Commitment to further learning & development