Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner inDunfermline inDunfermline PUBLISHED WED 15 JAN 2025

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Opportunity to work in a supportive multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaboration and professional development.

The role allows for autonomy in managing your own caseload, fostering independence and decision-making skills.

Direct impact on the community by providing essential rehabilitation services to adults within their own homes, promoting their well-being and reducing hospital admissions.

Access to regular supervision, personal development planning (PDP), and training opportunities to further advance skills and career growth.

Involvement in a meaningful role dedicated to assisting older people, contributing to their quality of life and rehabilitation.

Flexibility in working hours with the transition to a reduced 37-hour working week, promoting work-life balance.

The chance to travel throughout the area, providing variety and engagement across different communities.

The NHS Scotland is seeking experienced Health Care Support Workers (HCSW) for the role of Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner within the Community Rehabilitation Teams in Dunfermline, Fife. This position involves collaborating with Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff to deliver therapeutic treatment programs to adults in their own homes, with the aim of preventing hospital admissions and facilitating early discharges. Candidates should possess an HNC/HND in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification, along with experience in therapy support and working with older adults. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage an individual caseload autonomously.

The Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner will be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, with opportunities for supervision and training. Flexibility is necessary, as the role may involve working in various community hospital sites and requires travel within the area. The contract adheres to updated working hours, with a transition to a 37-hour full-time week starting April 2024. NHS Scotland encourages a diverse workforce and requires all applicants to have legal entitlement to work in the UK. Interested candidates should note their work area preferences and may direct informal inquiries to the Team Manager.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced HCSW’s to join our Community Rehabilitation Teams across Fife.

The Community Rehabilitation Teams provide a service to the adult population within the various localities. This will be delivered to service users within their own home or when deemed essential as an out-patient.

The primary function of this role will be to work with the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff as part of the Community Rehabilitation Team to deliver therapeutic treatment programmes to service users in their own homes, preventing hospital admission and supporting early discharge from hospital. The post holder will also be expected to hold their own caseload, assess, progress and discharge autonomously within parameters.

You will have an HNC/HND in Health and Social Care or equivalent or SCQF level 8 e.g. Postural Stability Instructor or equivalent. Experience working as a therapy support worker would be essential. It would be essential to have experience working with older people as they are the main group of service users referred.

Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team you will be expected to have excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work independently as well as within the team.

Our service offers regular supervision, PDP and supports training opportunities.

There may be occasions where you will be required to work in one of the other community hospital sites. The ability to travel throughout the area is essential as this is a community post.

Public Holiday working is in operation.

Interviews will be held face to face.

Bases are to be determined, but will cover throughout Fife and it would be useful to note areas of work preference on your application, e.g. Dunfermline locality / Glenrothes locality.

For informal enquiries, please contact Lorna Mackenzie, Team Manager, Community Rehabilitation Teams -

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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1. Can you tell us a bit about your background and what motivated you to apply for this position with NHS Scotland?

2. What specific experience do you have working with older adults, and how do you think it prepares you for this role?

3. Your role involves delivering therapeutic treatment programmes. Can you provide an example of a treatment programme you have been involved in or designed?

4. Can you discuss your experience working in a multidisciplinary team? How do you ensure effective communication and collaboration with other team members?

5. This role requires you to manage your own caseload and assess, progress, and discharge service users autonomously. Can you describe your approach to making those decisions independently?

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1. Can you tell us a bit about your background and what motivated you to apply for this position with NHS Scotland?

2. What specific experience do you have working with older adults, and how do you think it prepares you for this role?

3. Your role involves delivering therapeutic treatment programmes. Can you provide an example of a treatment programme you have been involved in or designed?

4. Can you discuss your experience working in a multidisciplinary team? How do you ensure effective communication and collaboration with other team members?

5. This role requires you to manage your own caseload and assess, progress, and discharge service users autonomously. Can you describe your approach to making those decisions independently?

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To work as a Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner in the UK, there are several skills and qualifications that can be beneficial:

Essential Skills:

1. Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and empathy are crucial for building rapport with patients and their families.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and nurses.

3. Problem-Solving: Skills to assess patient needs and adapt rehabilitation plans as required.

4. Organization: Being organized helps in managing patient schedules, documentation, and therapy plans efficiently.

5. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding patients' needs and challenges is vital for providing effective support.

6. Physical Fitness: Depending on the role, a certain level of physical fitness may be required for assisting patients with physical activities.

7. Active Listening: This ensures that you are fully aware of patient concerns and can respond appropriately.

8. Attention to Detail: Careful attention in documentation, reporting, and following care plans is necessary.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

1. Educational Background: Generally, a level 2 or 3 qualification in health and social care or a related field is advantageous.

2. Experience in Healthcare: Previous experience in a healthcare setting, such as a care assistant or support worker, can be beneficial.

3. Training in Rehabilitation Techniques: Knowledge of basic rehabilitation techniques and practices can enhance your effectiveness.

4. Understanding of Health Conditions: Familiarity with common physical and mental health conditions, disabilities, and the rehabilitation process.

5. CPR and First Aid Certification: Being certified in basic life support can be helpful, depending on the workplace.

Additional Considerations:

- Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in ongoing training and development can help in staying current with best practices in rehabilitation.

- Regulatory Requirements: Depending on the role and workplace, some positions may require registration with a relevant professional body, such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for certain roles.