Rehabilitation Support Worker in Chippenham inChippenham PUBLISHED THU 17 OCT 2024 Jump to job information section

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata PERMANENT

Wiltshire Health and Care LLP rR2vsssh

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Rehabilitation Support Worker - Band 3

Chippenham Community Team

Full and Part time available - Permanent

We are unable to offer overseas sponsorship currently for this role.

Chippenham Community Team have an exciting vacancy for a Rehab Support Worker. The role of a Rehab Support worker is to work closely with a wider team to support individuals in their own homes for a short period after discharge from hospital. We provide support and rehabilitation to promote independence in activities of daily living. The role also includes supporting our therapy team with home exercise programmes and provision of equipment, following care plans and providing feedback.

Our service is provided between 08.00 and 21.00 with shifts of 08.00 14.00 and 15.00 21.00. This post is for 37.5 or 30 hours per week over 5 days per week and will include alternate weekends. You may also be expected to support other local teams across North Wiltshire.

The successful candidates will need to be able to provide clear evidence of having previously worked in a care role, preferably with older people or people with long term conditions. We would either like you to have a Care Certificate and NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship or willingness to study to that level. We have a range of training and development opportunities, including an induction program and ongoing education. Due to the strong emphasis on rehabilitation, training in rehabilitation focused care will also be provided.

Applicants need to have enthusiasm and commitment to working within a community-based team and to have recent experience of working in or in partnership with community services within the NHS or Social Care.

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Useful skills for a Rehabilitation Support Worker: Click to view

To work as a Rehabilitation Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of both soft and technical skills. Here are some of the key skills and qualifications that are typically required:

Essential Skills:

1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills are crucial for interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others is vital, as you'll be working with individuals who may be vulnerable or facing significant challenges.

3. Patient-Centric Approach: It's important to prioritize the needs and preferences of the individuals you support, tailoring your assistance to their specific circumstances.

4. Teamwork: Rehabilitation often involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Being able to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues from different professions is important.

5. Problem-Solving Skills: You may encounter a variety of challenges and will need to be able to think on your feet, finding creative and effective solutions to support clients.

6. Organizational Skills: Managing your time efficiently and keeping track of multiple cases and administrative tasks is essential in this role.

7. Interpersonal Skills: Building trust and rapport with clients is fundamental to successful rehabilitation.

8. Resilience and Stamina: The role can be physically and emotionally demanding, so resilience and the ability to manage stress are important.

Technical Skills:

1. Understanding of Rehabilitation Processes: A solid grasp of rehabilitation principles and practices, including specific techniques or therapies used depending on the population you work with.

2. Basic First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always essential, having knowledge of basic healthcare procedures and first aid can be beneficial.

3. IT Skills: Familiarity with computer applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Qualifications:

- Relevant Qualifications: While specific qualifications may vary, a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or a similar qualification is often preferred.

- Experience: Some employers may require experience in a healthcare or social care setting.

- Background Checks: You will likely need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to work with vulnerable populations.

Optional Skills:

- Knowledge of Specific Conditions: Depending on the setting, knowledge of specific disabilities, mental health issues, or injuries may be beneficial.

- Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting cultural differences to provide appropriate support to diverse populations.

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Wiltshire Health and Care LLP rR2vsssh

Job description

About us Please see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.

Requirements

Benefits

About us
Please see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.