Adult Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
NHS Jobs - NOTTINGHAM
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
PermanentFull time
Job Purpose To work as an integral member of the Adult Speech and Language therapy team, providing face-to-face rehabilitation to clients with swallowing and communication difficulties in community settings. To deliver communication group therapy and training to others, including care home staff, with support and supervision from qualified clinicians. To support speech and language therapists by preparing therapy resources, such as communication picture aids, and collating medical information from medical notes, patients and carers to support with the triage process. Dimensions To work in a variety of community settings which may include a patients ownhome/residential home/nursing home and out-patient clinics setting up assessment, treatmentincluding rehabilitation programmes for patients, carers, and families. To participate actively in the services training strategy, including in-service training. Trust and multi-agency training. Key Responsibilities Clinical 1. To undertake individual treatment and interventions with patients under the supervision of qualified staff. 2. To review clients and adapt individual and group therapy programmes as appropriate. 3. To refer service users to external agencies and specialists when their needs are beyond the assistant practitioner role 4. To accept responsibility for a designated caseload, working independently and taking an active role in promoting independence and meeting the needs of the service user. 5. To promote well-being, safe mobility, transfers and effective communication. To provide instruction, advice and intervention to service users and carers in line with the team guidelines. 6. To assess, provide, and demonstrate use of equipment to promote independence e.g. using iPads/tablets to demonstrate therapy Apps or trialling alternative drinking cups. 7. To attend and contribute to team meetings and case discussions using effective communication. 8. To lead groups and carry out training packages under the supervision of qualified clinicians 9. To maintain comprehensive and accurate records in line with employers polices Managerial and Leadership. 10. To provide support to other Assistant Practitioners as appropriate. 11. To feed into and support team service improvement initiatives Education and Development 12. To ensure knowledge, skills and competencies are kept up to date and complete all relevant competencies within recognised time frames (as detailed in the competency guidelines). 13. To be involved in formal appraisal systems, supervision, and be active in identifying aims and objectives for personal development in line with departmental policy. Clinical Governance. 14. To maintain a safe working environment and be aware of the necessity to comply with health and safety regulations. 15. To have regard at all times for the confidential nature of the work by adhering to confidentiality legislation and not to disclose information to unauthorised parties. 16. To actively promote equality and diversity within service delivery and peoples individual rights. 17. The post holder will comply with current legislation, the organisations policies, procedures and core values. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Any substantive changes in the work undertaken will be carried out after consultation with the jobholder.
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CDP1073 Relief Personal Assistant to Adult
Dewis Centre for Independent Living - Cardiff, Cardiff
On-sitePermanentPart time
Relief Personal Assistant to Adult required in Ely area of Cardiff. To provide me with support at all times in keeping me safe and making sure all my needs are met. 8 hours per week- 4 hours during the week and 4 hours during the weekend. £14.85 per hour. Car driver preferred. Please read full job description before applying.
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Forensic or General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist
Elysium Healthcare - Warrington
£161,158 to £161,158 a year
PermanentFull time
Do you want to work for an established service where your knowledge and skills will be valued and developed? Do you value being part of an established, friendly, and successful medical department with a track record of success and a high level of expertise? Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist on the specialist register for forensic or general adult psychiatry, who is passionate about improving the lives of women with complex mental health needs? If so, join the team at Arbury Court hospital. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will provide care and treatment for adult women with a wide range of mental health issues, responsible for delivering care programmes, managing physical and mental health concerns and providing individualised approaches to the care and treatment of people admitted to the hospital. Arbury Court are seeking a Full Time Consultant Psychiatrist, preferably on the Specialist Register for Forensic to run a medium or low secure ward depending on preference. Arbury Court is situated outside Warrington, just off the M62 and close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Chester. There are excellent transport links, making the hospital highly commutable from across the North West. When you work for Elysium Healthcare, you will have instant access to a large and supportive peer group of like-minded professionals to support you. This role includes second on-call duties (currently 1 in 17 for full time consultants) and some wards have middle-grade support. There are also opportunities for voluntary paid extra first on call locum shifts, and time back in lieu for on-call work. Your responsibilities: Working effectively with patients and colleagues to ensure the best care and treatment outcomes Driving multidisciplinary care Contributing to service development and governance processes e.g. via quality improvement work Building positive relationships with external stakeholders such as NHS England case managers Undertaking psychiatric assessments for women referred to the unit to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided Providing oral and written evidence at First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearings Ensuring that you are up to date with the latest developments by attending conferences, online courses etc. To be successful in this role, you will need: Full GMC registration and Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists To be on (or about to join) the GMC specialist register for either forensic or general adult psychiatry Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists and up to date with appraisals What you will get: Competitive annual salary £5000 car allowance 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. Free meals while on duty Employee Assistance Services Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Other general benefits including retail discounts and car salary sacrifice scheme Medical indemnity cover There are also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more. For more information, please contact Dr Martin Williams, Medical Director, Email: Martin.Williams2@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk; T: 01925 400600 About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Support Worker - Adults Residential North
inploi
Competitive
PermanentFull time
SUPPORT WORKER – ADULT SERVICES - LEARNING DISABILITIES Due to our continued organisational growth and development opportunities for our current staff, we are recruiting for Support Workers to join our staff team at Tigh Allene. About the position: As a Support Worker, you will be key in supporting young adults with complex needs. We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious individual who can offer complete commitment to supporting our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a challenging role with huge rewards. What will you be doing: • Working with the staff team across all levels to safeguard our young adults at all times. • Participating in a wide range of innovative and exciting recreational events held within the home and wider community. • Assisting with practical tasks relating to care. For example, cooking and cleaning. • Creating positive relationships with the young adults, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. • Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young adults. • Continually maintaining accurate and clear record keeping. • Ensuring that the needs of the young adults are being met and regularly reviewing and recording any changes to their needs. • Actively contributing to the development of the team.
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Bank Support Worker - Adult Services
inploi
Competitive
PermanentFull time
BANK SUPPORT WORKER – ADULT SERVICES Due to our continued organisational growth and development opportunities for our current staff, we are recruiting for Bank Support Workers to join our staff team. About the position: As a Support Worker, you will be key in supporting young adults with complex needs. We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious individual who can offer complete commitment to supporting our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a challenging role with huge rewards. What will you be doing: • Working with the staff team across all levels to safeguard our young adults at all times. • Participating in a wide range of innovative and exciting recreational events held within the home and wider community. • Assisting with practical tasks relating to care. For example, cooking and cleaning. • Creating positive relationships with the young adults, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. • Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young adults. • Continually maintaining accurate and clear record keeping. • Ensuring that the needs of the young adults are being met and regularly reviewing and recording any changes to their needs. • Actively contributing to the development of the team.
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Support Worker - Adults Residential North
inploi
Competitive
PermanentFull time
SUPPORT WORKER – ADULT SERVICES - LEARNING DISABILITIES Due to our continued organisational growth and development opportunities for our current staff, we are recruiting for Support Workers to join our staff team at Breagha House in Hayton, Retford. Working 08:00-21:00 on a rotating shift pattern of 2 on and 2 off. About the position: As a Support Worker, you will be key in supporting young adults with complex needs. We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious individual who can offer complete commitment to supporting our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a challenging role with huge rewards. What will you be doing: • Working with the staff team across all levels to safeguard our young adults at all times. • Participating in a wide range of innovative and exciting recreational events held within the home and wider community. • Assisting with practical tasks relating to care. For example, cooking and cleaning. • Creating positive relationships with the young adults, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. • Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young adults. • Continually maintaining accurate and clear record keeping. • Ensuring that the needs of the young adults are being met and regularly reviewing and recording any changes to their needs. • Actively contributing to the development of the team.
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Rehabilitation Officer (Adults-Visual Impairment)
Calderdale Council - Halifax
£32,578 to £37,563 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Please note: Internal, at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance. Calderdale is seeking to recruit a Rehabilitation Officer (ROVI) for people with a visual impairment to join a small dedicated Sensory Team alongside another Senior Rehabilitation Officer, Coordinator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and a Communicator Guide. The Team is part of the Calderdale Adult Social Care Front Door Offer, as part of Community Prevention and Early Intervention. The team sit within the Adults Services and Wellbeing Early Intervention and prevention directorate. This is a fantastic opportunity and we are looking for candidates who can work with visually impaired individuals in a person-centred way. Candidates must be committed to upholding Human Rights along with the Principles of The Care Act 2014. Candidates should have a positive attitude and will be enthusiastic and innovative in their approach to work. Excellent communication skills and the ability to demonstrate good practice are a must.
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Forensic or General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist
NHS Jobs - Warrington
Negotiable
PermanentFull time
Do you want to work for an established service where your knowledge and skills will be valued and developed? Do you value being part of an established, friendly, and successful medical department with a track record of success and a high level of expertise? Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist on the specialist register for forensic or general adult psychiatry, who is passionate about improving the lives of women with complex mental health needs? If so, join the team at Arbury Court hospital. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will provide care and treatment for adult women with a wide range of mental health issues, responsible for delivering care programmes, managing physical and mental health concerns and providing individualised approaches to the care and treatment of people admitted to the hospital. Arbury Court are seeking a Full Time Consultant Psychiatrist, preferably on the Specialist Register for Forensic to run a medium or low secure ward depending on preference. Arbury Court is situated outside Warrington, just off the M62 and close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Chester. There are excellent transport links, making the hospital highly commutable from across the North West. When you work for Elysium Healthcare, you will have instant access to a large and supportive peer group of like-minded professionals to support you. This role includes second on-call duties (currently 1 in 17 for full time consultants) and some wards have middle-grade support. There are also opportunities for voluntary paid extra first on call locum shifts, and time back in lieu for on-call work. Your responsibilities: Working effectively with patients and colleagues to ensure the best care and treatment outcomes Driving multidisciplinary care Contributing to service development and governance processes e.g. via quality improvement work Building positive relationships with external stakeholders such as NHS England case managers Undertaking psychiatric assessments for women referred to the unit to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided Providing oral and written evidence at First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearings Ensuring that you are up to date with the latest developments by attending conferences, online courses etc. To be successful in this role, you will need: Full GMC registration and Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists To be on (or about to join) the GMC specialist register for either forensic or general adult psychiatry Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists and up to date with appraisals What you will get: Competitive annual salary £5000 car allowance 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. Free meals while on duty Employee Assistance Services Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Other general benefits including retail discounts and car salary sacrifice scheme Medical indemnity cover There are also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more. For more information, please contact Dr Martin Williams, Medical Director, Email: Martin.Williams2@elysiumhealthcare.co.uk; T: 01925 400600 About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Service Manager Learning Disabilities (Adults)
Wakefield Council - Castleford
from £35,657.50 a year, pro rata
HybridPermanentPart time
Service Manager LD, Transitions and LD Provider Services Would you like the opportunity to broaden your experience, develop your leadership skills, and gain valuable insight into service management? We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to develop their management experience and gain exposure to leadership at Service Manager level. What the Opportunity Offers This opportunity will provide: - First-hand experience operating at Service Manager level. - An opportunity to develop leadership, strategic planning, and operational management skills. - Experience working across a different service area, broadening your professional knowledge and expertise. - Increased confidence in managing teams, resources, and service performance. - Enhanced readiness for future management and senior leadership opportunities. About the Role - The successful candidate will work closely alongside an experienced Service Manager, receiving support and guidance throughout the placement. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment while making a meaningful contribution to the delivery and development of services across: Learning Disabilities Transitions Provider Services Whether you are an existing manager looking to gain experience at the next level, or an aspiring leader seeking to broaden your skills and experience, we encourage you to express an interest. Important Information This opportunity is available pending the recruitment and appointment to the substantive post. Please note that, as part of the Establishment Review, job descriptions, roles and responsibilities may be subject to change. Please note Adult Social Care are currently under going an establishment review and therefore the role is subject to change within this review.
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