Therapy Assistant Part-Time

As a Therapy Assistant Part-Time at Elysium Healthcare in Gloucester, you will be joining a dedicated team at the Dean Neurological Centre. The role involves providing care and therapeutic pathways for individuals with neurological or mental health conditions. You will work with various healthcare professionals to deliver therapy programs that help restore the level of functioning of service users. Responsibilities include assisting in therapeutic activities, conducting interventions, and supporting recovery and independence of service users. Accurate documentation and respecting clients' privacy and beliefs are also important. The role offers a salary of £25,662 pro-rata and includes benefits like annual leave, training, and health support.

Join the team at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester and enjoy a rewarding career as you provide care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment.

You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT and Dietitians to assist and deliver planned therapy programmes, which aim to support, develop and/or restore service users level of functioning, including mobility, self-care, productivity, leisure, and day-to-day activities.

Reporting to qualified Therapists, you will support service users as they embark on the recovery journey to work towards their goals. You will prepare and assist individual and group therapeutic activities.

You will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions within a one-to-one and group setting. This will see you create one-to-one rapports to increase engagement, promote recovery and encourage independence as you support service users with prescribed practices that are tailored to their needs.

As a Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for participation in the evaluation of service provisions and activities and will ensure all sessions are observed, reported and recorded. Under supervision, you will make necessary adjustments to service users plans according to their changing needs and abilities.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Tewkesbury Road, Longford, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9EE

The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds, which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham with good transport links.

The Centre delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability.

It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.

Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment., with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 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

Elysium Healthcare is an organization with over 8,000 employees, committed to providing exceptional care. With a network of more than 80 services across England and Wales, Elysium specializes in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, as well as Children & Education services. Being part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium is supported by a global network operating in over 10 countries, providing opportunities for growth and development. Elysium prioritizes the welfare of service users and follows safer recruitment practices as a Disability Confident employer. Staff at Elysium are expected to uphold this commitment, ensuring inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.

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