Rehabilitation assistant

Come and join one of the UK’s largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.We'd like you to join us as a Rehabilitation assistant at our Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre.At our Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, we provide specialist post-acute rehabilitation, as well as management of long-term neurological conditions to adults over the age of 18. We aim to develop person-centred, evidence-based rehabilitation care plans to maximise independence and recovery.We offer slow stream rehabilitation providing the opportunity for residents to continue their rehabilitation through an adjusted intensity programme tailored to their specific needs. This flexibility accommodates resident’s current needs and strives towards achieving their rehab goals.What you'll be working:Your hours are based on a rota working every other weekend.Full time42 hours per week£31,207.59 (FTE) per annum pro rata.What you'll be doing:Deliver individual and group rehabilitation programmes as prescribed and delegated by HCPC-registered therapists.Undertake treatment sessions or components of treatment under guidance, following therapy care plans and risk assessments.Feed back to the therapeutic team regarding adjustments to treatment programmes and factors impacting goal attainmentSupport patients with mobility, positioning, transfers, self-care and functional rehabilitation activities as directed.Assist with personal care and rehabilitative activities during the first part of the shift in collaboration with Healthcare Assistants and nursing staff.Observe, monitor and accurately report patient progress, tolerance and response to treatment to the supervising therapist.Maintain timely, accurate and confidential clinical documentation.Recognise own limitations, maintain professional boundaries and seek advice or escalation when required.What you'll have:EssentialExperience working in a healthcare, rehabilitation or therapy environment.Understanding of disability, neurological conditions and rehabilitation principles.Ability to work flexibly across a 7-day rota and commence shifts at ward start times.Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills.Willingness to undertake specialist and advanced training as part of induction.DesirableExperience working with patients with neurological conditions or brain injury.Experience delivering delegated therapy programmes.Competency in assisting with mobility, transfers and rehabilitation exercises.What to look forward to:25 days plus bank holidaysBirthday offJoin the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesActive Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA Nest Personal Pension accountAccess to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programmeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group Take a look around the company