Therapy Support Worker

To assist Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists working under supervision, in providing an Intermediate Care and Rehabilitation Service to patients to promote faster recovery from illness, prevent unnecessary acute hospital admissions, support timely discharge and maximise independent living within the recommended time frame of six to eight weeks.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

To provide prescribed care packages under professional supervision, supporting independence and, where possible, preventing hospital admission by enabling patients to remain safely at home.

Assist with exercises, equipment and rehabilitation to improve mobility and function, supporting independence with daily living activities including washing, dressing, meal preparation and household tasks.

Support patients at home and in the community to regain confidence with shopping, public transport and hobbies. Undertake delegated tasks as agreed by the care team, working within own competence, accountability and limitations.

Identify and minimise risks relating to falls, moving and handling, and the home environment. Support patients, carers and relatives with safe use of specialist equipment, daily living aids and strategies to reduce risk.

Contribute to patient reviews, case conferences, goal setting and evaluation of progress, ensuring goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-bound. Maintain dignity, privacy, preferences and beliefs, promoting a person-centred approach.

Support healthy lifestyle advice, including balanced nutrition and identifying concerns regarding poor dietary intake. Handle patient finances when required.

Undertake basic nursing procedures including simple wound management and observations where appropriate. Complete documentation, statistical data, audits, training and health and safety activities, and implement recommendations from evaluation.

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.

5. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 Responsibility forpeople who use our services

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