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THE JOB: We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative person to join our team in NHS Borders. For this exciting new post, we are seeking an enthusiastic Exercise Professional to work as part of the Mental Health Physiotherapy Service within the Scottish Borders. This is an opportunity to be involved in the development of this role.
THE ROLE: Based in the mental health physiotherapy team, working alongside the multidisciplinary team in mental health wards and community settings. The successful candidate will work independently with people across a variety of settings and includes assessing and developing individualised and group exercise programmes. Caseload supervision will be provided by the physiotherapy team. The focus will be on supporting people to begin or maintain physical activity within their capabilities and health constraints. This post is about improving the health and wellbeing of people living with mental health conditions.
There will be a requirement to undertake some administrative duties to create accessible exercise programs, complete patient records and help the effective running of the team through promoting safe processes in our ward gyms.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: will have a formal qualification in Health, Sports Science and/or Fitness/Exercise (e.g. City & Guilds, HND, Diploma, NVQ, SVQ – minimum level 5) and have skills and experience of working with people; delivering appropriate physical activities and individualised exercise programmes based on people’s needs and preferences. Previous experience of working with people who have experienced mental ill-health and other health conditions is desirable.
WHY WORK FOR US? We are a supportive, professional team, who deliver holistic, recovery-focussed, individualised, strengths based rehabilitation. We give staff a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing training and development opportunities. The Borders is a beautiful place in which to live and work. It has affordable housing, good schools and is well connected with the Borders railway.
If you would like further information or to arrange an informal visit, please telephone 01896 827253 (answerphone) and ask to speak with Katie Masterson, Physiotherapy Team Lead for Mental Health, or email: Katie.Masterson@borders.scot.nhs.uk; Shona.Fairbairn4@borders.scot.nhs.uk
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.