Therapy Support Worker

To provide a continuing element of the overall therapy

programme/treatment plan to clients within the setting. This may include

clients with additional physical health needs, physical disability, behaviors

that challenge and learning disabilities.

The post holder will be involved with monitoring the

patients progress, making some treatment decisions while assessing and

re-assessing the patients progress.

The post holder will observe general behavior,

functional ability, and response of patients and record the information

liaising with the senior therapist/worker.

To use knowledge and skills to engage patients in

therapeutic activities to promote healthy psychological and physiological

wellbeing. Encouraging self-management techniques were able.

Deliver, collect and instruct in the use of equipment

for patients as part of their treatment plan.

Be responsible for material stock and maintenance stock

levels as required. Order equipment from the Community Equipment Service.

To support and encourage patients, their relatives and

carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining maximal functional

independence.

To be responsible for contributing to the planning,

monitoring and evaluating of patient centred individual and / or group

activities as part of a regular review of the service requirements if required

within your team.

Participate in induction and support programmes in

relation to new staff and volunteers where appropriate.

To receive line management support and supervision

Responsibility for financial and/or physical

resources

The post holder will have no direct responsibility for

finances; however they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial

issues.

The post holder will use Livewell Southwest resources

responsibly.

The post holder may be required to record and manage

patients property as part of their role.

Responsibility for administration

Prioritises workload effectively, this could include

scheduling your workday appropriately or managing your own diary of

appointments and visits (as well as mileage if applicable) This requires a high

level of time management and organisation skills.

To be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures

for ordering, maintaining and using materials and equipment as directed by

registered staff.

To participate in the planning and implementation of

operational policies, projects and service development within the team.

To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date

client records and related documentation in line with clinical guidance and LSW

policy.

To be aware of, and act upon, LWSW and safety policies,

including the prompt recording of any accident, incident, or other untoward

event involving self, patients or other staff.

To keep abreast of policy changes and developments

within LWSW and implement relevant LWS policies, protocols and guidelines.

To take a flexible approach to supporting colleagues in

times of caseload pressure, including working with colleagues to maintain

support across the team within the resources available.

Report any changes in the patients condition or care

needs to the relevant therapist and document accordingly.

Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of

trust policies and local protocols and keeping up to date with changes

To access email and other information through Livewell

Southwest intranet

Responsibility for people who use

our services

To form a rapport and professional relationship with

patients, maintaining clear boundaries for effective working practices.

Understand own limitations, responsibilities and accountabilities. Respect

patient privacy, confidentiality, dignity, wishes and beliefs minimizing any

necessary discomfort at all times.

To support and encourage patients, their relatives and

carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining maximal functional

independence.

Work with groups and individual patients using a range

of treatment and interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and good

observational skills in order to assist an individual to achieve their

potential/goals.

To undertake practice supervision in line with practice

supervision policy.

To participate in staff appraisal including the

formulation of personal development plans.

To support new and less experienced members of all

disciplines, both formally and informally, including students and placements

within the team were appropriate.

To adhere to the Lone Working Policy and ensure

procedures are adhered to.

To understand how to apply changes in legislation,

policies and procedures.

To undertake any other duties considered reasonable and

appropriate by team manager.

To liaise with the multi-disciplinary team and other

agencies involved in the patients care.

The post holder will need to be able to develop

professional and therapeutic relationships with the following groups: (this

list is for example and not exhaustive)

Administrators

External Agencies (e.g. community equipment provider, care

agencies, Age UK, WPVC)

The post holder may be expected to travel around Plymouth,

South Hams, West Devon and in some cases Cornwall in the course of their duties

as appropriate to role and setting.

The post holder may be exposed to unpleasant working

conditions including exposure to bodily fluids including vomit and sputum. This may also include exposure to animals and

unhygienic environmental/housing factors when working out in the

community.

The post holder may be exposed to emotionally distressing

situations on a regular basis, seeing people with mental illness, learning

disabilities, physical disabilities and complex health needs. These include

challenging and unpredictable behaviour.

There is a need to develop rapport and effective

therapeutic working in a pressured environment with a high turnover of patients

whose needs are many and varied.

The role will involve use of IT and VDU equipment on a

regular basis.

This role will require the individual to use appropriate

manual handling skills and equipment related to this role e.g. use of hoists,

wheelchairs etc.

They may need to stay in static postures

(kneeling/standing) move and adjust equipment in patients immediate vicinity

to maximise their independence and assist patients during transfers.

The post holder may, on occasions, be required to assist

with other duties to cover periods of staff absence.

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Additional Requirements

Qualifications

Experience

Knowledge

Specific Skills