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PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PART TIME POST AND THE SALARY FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE PRO-RATA.
An exciting opportunity for Senior Health Care Support Worker working within the remit of the community based Integrated Rehabilitation Team in Coatbridge. This role includes providing support to therapist within the Offsite bed setting and where possible supporting therapists undertake work in a community setting. Regular supervision and support.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of registered therapy and nursing staff. To assist patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. Implement treatment programmes within hospital and community settings for individuals / groups of patients & use specialist technical and practical skills to deliver flexible, patient centred programmes.
It is essential that the successful candidate possess the following experience, knowledge & skills:
- SVQ III in healthcare, or working towards, or equivalent experience working within a caring environment/role.
- Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary/agency team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to carry out assigned patient care tasks effectively within a busy environment.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
- To actively participate in the Personal Development Plan process to fulfil the requirements of continuing professional development.
- Working knowledge of basic information technology
Duties may vary depending on the care group / department or assigned area of work
The team has an office base however there is also the need to work from home if required.
Informal enquiries regarding the post will be welcomed by Aileen Craig team leader via email craigai@northlan.gov.uk
If you have any queries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Recruitment.lanarkshire@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.