NHS
Job title:
Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Company
NHS
Job description
We are looking for an innovative Speech and Language Therapy Assistant with excellent communication and coordination skills and the ability to work in a holistic way. This is a fast-paced service, so its essential you can work under pressure, autonomously and are flexible to changing circumstances.Reporting to the Physiotherapists/ Occupational Therapist you will assist in progressing caseloads and facilitating simple rehabilitative programmes, whilst working towards person-centred goals as set out in their treatment plan.The work is varied and challenging, and your role is to support the multidisciplinary team across the service when required.Main duties of the jobl To provide a high standard of neuro therapy service to a wide range of patients with neurological conditions; that enables residents to access and maintain personal interests in accordance with best practice, agreed standards, legislation and within the financial budgetl To provide a range of therapies to support the well being of all residents under the supervision of qualified therapists.l To work with the Therapy team in ensuring therapy plans are implemented, documented and evaluated. Ensure the programmes reflects the current population of the services wishes and preferencesl To promote an enablement culture and approach to care within the British homel To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledgeAbout usBritish Home is a Royal Charter charity that supports people living with neuro-disability. We have a proud history of care and support, and have been based at Crown Point, near Streatham Common, since 1892.British Home is a charity offering services that improve the lives of people living with neuro-disability: rehabilitation; residential care; respite support; and palliative care. Every resident at British Home has been affected by neuro-disability whether that is as result of accident or trauma, stroke, or a consequence of a degenerative condition or illness.There is capacity for 80 people on site, with each resident having their own, private accommodation. Services are delivered through a multi-disciplinary team under the leadership of the Director of Care. As the nature of neuro-disability is unique to each individual, so the range and frequency of facilities and services people use will be tailored to their own needs and aspirations.Some of our residents stay with us only a short time until they move onto different accommodation, for example in an adapted home in the community, whereas for others British Home is a long-term home. For all of our residents, British Home provides a safe, comfortable and suitable therapeutic environment.Date posted03 September 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£25,014.71 a year Plus benefitsContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberB0470-24-0001Job locationsCrown LaneStreathamSW16 3JBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAssist in the provision of physical/cognitive management programmes and report any changes in the residents condition.Maintain the dignity and privacy of residents at all times, and assist in the smooth working of the therapy team.Ensure equipment is clean, safe and in good working order, reporting any defects entering it in the maintenance book.Undertake clinical and administrative duties as appropriate.Attend ward and departmental meetings, as appropriate, maintaining good communication links with colleagues.To work with the multidisciplinary team to promote rehabilitation and enablement to all client groups within the home.Maintain focus on optimising patients functional abilities through appropriate rehabilitation inputKeep up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patientsTo assist in the induction and orientation of new members of the therapy teamSupervise and teach, students and assistantsTo attend and occasionally present at in-service training programmes, staff meetings, training sessions/courses (internally).To attend all statutory and mandatory training as and when required to do so.l Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the servicel Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people in the servicel To work closely with the activity co-ordinator in provision of joint sessions
- To work closely with the fundraising team in supporting relationships with outside stake holders and promoting therapeutic activities externally.
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by the management
Be responsible for the safe use of equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties and report any hazards or defects for repair through the appropriate channelsMaintain good relationships with other multi-professional visiting the homeExperience of working with a range of partner organisations.Knowledge of the enabling approach to support people to meet their full potentialEvidence of continuous professional developmentTo comply with all statutory requirement and legislation i.e. Health & Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling, Fire Safety, Environmental Health etcThis job description is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with your position at the request of the Director of Care or person in charge of the home.It is a condition of employment that this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAssist in the provision of physical/cognitive management programmes and report any changes in the residents condition.Maintain the dignity and privacy of residents at all times, and assist in the smooth working of the therapy team.Ensure equipment is clean, safe and in good working order, reporting any defects entering it in the maintenance book.Undertake clinical and administrative duties as appropriate.Attend ward and departmental meetings, as appropriate, maintaining good communication links with colleagues.To work with the multidisciplinary team to promote rehabilitation and enablement to all client groups within the home.Maintain focus on optimising patients functional abilities through appropriate rehabilitation inputKeep up to date with new techniques and technologies available for treating patientsTo assist in the induction and orientation of new members of the therapy teamSupervise and teach, students and assistantsTo attend and occasionally present at in-service training programmes, staff meetings, training sessions/courses (internally).To attend all statutory and mandatory training as and when required to do so.l Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the servicel Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people in the servicel To work closely with the activity co-ordinator in provision of joint sessions
- To work closely with the fundraising team in supporting relationships with outside stake holders and promoting therapeutic activities externally.
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by the management
Be responsible for the safe use of equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties and report any hazards or defects for repair through the appropriate channelsMaintain good relationships with other multi-professional visiting the homeExperience of working with a range of partner organisations.Knowledge of the enabling approach to support people to meet their full potentialEvidence of continuous professional developmentTo comply with all statutory requirement and legislation i.e. Health & Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling, Fire Safety, Environmental Health etcThis job description is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with your position at the request of the Director of Care or person in charge of the home.It is a condition of employment that this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
- Application of Speech and Language Therapy
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of managing a caseload
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
- Application of Speech and Language Therapy
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of managing a caseload
Expected salary
£25014.71 per year
Location
Streatham, South West London
Job date
Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:41:10 GMT
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