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Location - Remote or Hybrid. Greater London and South East England. Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hrs or part time 22.5 hrs per week. Salary - Remote £37,500 - £39,500. Hybrid £41,250 - £43,450 We have been awarded the Health Assessment Advisory Service contract for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in South East England, London, and East Anglia. This new service will launch in 2024 and will run for at least five years. The Health Assessment Advisory Service arranges and carries out assessments for DWP. The purpose of the assessment is to understand how an illness or disability affects a persons daily life. After the assessment, DWP makes the decision as to whether the individual will receive any benefits. We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for RGN Nurses and AHPs to join our team as a Functional Assessor supporting Work Capability Assessments (WCA) and Personal Independence payments (PIP) assessments here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group. In addition to practical experience as a Physiotherapist, you have invaluable transferable skills such as critical analysis, objectivity, and logical thinking just to name a few. Wed like to offer you the opportunity to use these skills in a different way to support the most vulnerable people in our society. You will be part of a like-minded team of professional clinicians that has a voice in how we improve our claimants experience and in positively raising the profile of the Health Assessment Advisory Service through leading change, mentorship, and coaching. As a Functional Assessor your primary responsibilities will be: To conduct comprehensive functional health assessments through evaluation of: claimants ability to undertake activities of daily living pertaining to work, specifically in relation to physical and mental, cognitive, and intellectual functions (WCA) or, their ability to undertake activities of daily living repeatedly and safely and investigate the impact of variability, chronic and multiple health issues (PIP). Prepare detailed reports outlining claimants functional abilities with well-reasoned recommendations, for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions. Collaborate with your colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to our claimants. Contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK. To be considered for this Functional Assessor role, you will need: A minimum of 12 months of post-graduate experience gained in the UK as a registered RGN Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills. A good level of IT literacy, as you will be required to utilise various software and on-line tools to document your assessments and communicate your findings. We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's a glimpse of what we can offer you: Continuous professional development (CPD): Access to training and learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. Clinical registration fee reimbursement: We cover the cost of maintaining your professional credentials. Private medical insurance: A comprehensive healthcare plan. Single cover from 6 months of employment. Private pension scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme after 12 months service. Extra annual leave: Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days to suit your personal needs. Confidential employee assistance programme: 24/7 access to confidential counselling for your mental and emotional well-being. Life assurance 3 x salary. A benefit to protect your loved ones in the event of an unexpected loss. Salary Finance: Access to financial education, loans, and tools to achieve your financial goals. Travel Season ticket loan. The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, Critical Illness Cover, Dental Insurance. Long service awards. Volunteering: Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving. Online shopping discounts via Discount Marketplace. Ingeus is part of global human services provider, APM Group. Our mission is to enable better lives and, in the UK, we work with government, employers, and local partners to design and deliver services to help create strong societies where people have the independence, knowledge, and know-how to thrive. We deliver services to help people improve their employment, skills, health, and wellbeing. Were purpose-led, passionate, and proud to work with customers and communities to drive social change. Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions. We welcome applications from everyone - if you require any assistance with any part of the recruitment process or would like alternative formats, please get in touch with us via email at .
Location - Remote or Hybrid Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hrs or part time 22.5 hrs per week. Salary - Remote £37,500 - £39,500. Hybrid £43,875 - £46,215 We have been awarded the Health Assessment Advisory Service contract for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in South East England, London, and East Anglia. This new service will launch in 2024 and will run for at least five years. The Health Assessment Advisory Service arranges and carries out assessments for DWP. The purpose of the assessment is to understand how an illness or disability affects a persons daily life. After the assessment, DWP makes the decision as to whether the individual will receive any benefits. We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for RGN Nurses and AHPs to join our team as a Functional Assessor supporting Work Capability Assessments (WCA) and Personal Independence payments (PIP) assessments here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group. In addition to practical experience as a Physiotherapist, you have invaluable transferable skills such as critical analysis, objectivity, and logical thinking just to name a few. We'd like to offer you the opportunity to use these skills in a different way to support the most vulnerable people in our society. You will be part of a like-minded team of professional clinicians that has a voice in how we improve our claimants experience and in positively raising the profile of the Health Assessment Advisory Service through leading change, mentorship, and coaching. As a Functional Assessor your primary responsibilities will be: To conduct comprehensive functional health assessments through evaluation of: claimants ability to undertake activities of daily living pertaining to work, specifically in relation to physical and mental, cognitive, and intellectual functions (WCA) or, their ability to undertake activities of daily living repeatedly and safely and investigate the impact of variability, chronic and multiple health issues (PIP). Prepare detailed reports outlining claimants functional abilities with well-reasoned recommendations, for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions. Collaborate with your colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to our claimants. Contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK To be considered for this Functional Assessor role, you will need: A minimum of 12 months of post-graduate experience gained in the UK as a registered RGN Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills. A good level of IT literacy, as you will be required to utilise various software and on-line tools to document your assessments and communicate your findings. We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's a glimpse of what we can offer you: Continuous professional development (CPD): Access to training and learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. Clinical registration fee reimbursement: We cover the cost of maintaining your professional credentials. Private medical insurance: A comprehensive healthcare plan. Single cover from 6 months of employment. Private pension scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme after 12 months service. Extra annual leave: Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days to suit your personal needs. Confidential employee assistance programme: 24/7 access to confidential counselling for your mental and emotional well-being. Life assurance 3 x salary. A benefit to protect your loved ones in the event of an unexpected loss. Salary Finance: Access to financial education, loans, and tools to achieve your financial goals. Travel Season ticket loan. The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, Critical Illness Cover, Dental Insurance. Long service awards. Volunteering: Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving. Online shopping discounts via Discount Marketplace. Ingeus is part of global human services provider, APM Group. Our mission is to enable better lives and, in the UK, we work with government, employers, and local partners to design and deliver services to help create strong societies where people have the independence, knowledge, and know-how to thrive. We deliver services to help people improve their employment, skills, health, and wellbeing. Were purpose-led, passionate, and proud to work with customers and communities to drive social change. Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions. We welcome applications from everyone - if you require any assistance with any part of the recruitment process or would like alternative formats, please get in touch with us via email at .
Join the team at The Lakefields in Chigwelland 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. As a Therapy Assistant you will be: Undertaking basic procedures as instructed by a qualified therapist respecting the clients privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs. Reporting any change in service user condition, circumstances or response to treatment appropriately and immediately. Maintaining effective communication within the team and between clients, visitors and colleagues. Ensuring written/computerised documentation is accurate and complete. Handling and exchanging information with care and sensitivity maintaining clinical confidentiality at all times. Attending in service training and development to learn techniques required to support the senior colleagues. Assisting with ensuring a safe environment. Committed to helping individuals regain their maximum independence. Compliance with legislative procedures. Health and Safety, COSHH, Fire and Manual Handling. Compliance with Elysium policies and procedures. To be successful in this role, you will have: GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training. Experience working in a care and or therapy environment. Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care. Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly. Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively as part of a team. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance. Where you will be working: The Lakefields Neurological Centre is a brand-new 22-bed service that delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise their functional ability and improve their quality of life. The Centre specialises in neuro-rehabilitation, tracheostomy and ventilator care. Bedrooms are adapted to individual requirements, fitted with high dependency equipment including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities, spacious lounge areas and wheelchair access to beautiful gardens. What you will get: Annual salary of £23,692.50 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more. About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 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. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Location - Remote or Hybrid. Greater London and South East England. Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hrs or part time 22.5 hrs per week. Salary - Remote £37,500 - £39,500. Hybrid £41,250 - £43,450 We have been awarded the Health Assessment Advisory Service contract for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in South East England, London, and East Anglia. This new service will launch in 2024 and will run for at least five years. The Health Assessment Advisory Service arranges and carries out assessments for DWP. The purpose of the assessment is to understand how an illness or disability affects a persons daily life. After the assessment, DWP makes the decision as to whether the individual will receive any benefits. We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for RGN Nurses and AHPs to join our team as a Functional Assessor supporting Work Capability Assessments (WCA) and Personal Independence payments (PIP) assessments here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group. In addition to practical experience as a Paramedic, you have invaluable transferable skills such as critical analysis, objectivity, and logical thinking just to name a few. Wed like to offer you the opportunity to use these skills in a different way to support the most vulnerable people in our society. You will be part of a like-minded team of professional clinicians that has a voice in how we improve our claimants experience and in positively raising the profile of the Health Assessment Advisory Service through leading change, mentorship, and coaching. As a Functional Assessor your primary responsibilities will be: To conduct comprehensive functional health assessments through evaluation of: claimants ability to undertake activities of daily living pertaining to work, specifically in relation to physical and mental, cognitive, and intellectual functions (WCA) or, their ability to undertake activities of daily living repeatedly and safely and investigate the impact of variability, chronic and multiple health issues (PIP). Prepare detailed reports outlining claimants functional abilities with well-reasoned recommendations, for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions. Collaborate with your colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to our claimants. Contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK. To be considered for this Functional Assessor role, you will need: A minimum of 12 months of post-graduate experience gained in the UK as a registered RGN Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills. A good level of IT literacy, as you will be required to utilise various software and on-line tools to document your assessments and communicate your findings. We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's a glimpse of what we can offer you: Continuous professional development (CPD): Access to training and learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. Clinical registration fee reimbursement: We cover the cost of maintaining your professional credentials. Private medical insurance: A comprehensive healthcare plan. Single cover from 6 months of employment. Private pension scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme after 12 months service. Extra annual leave: Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days to suit your personal needs. Confidential employee assistance programme: 24/7 access to confidential counselling for your mental and emotional well-being. Life assurance 3 x salary. A benefit to protect your loved ones in the event of an unexpected loss. Salary Finance: Access to financial education, loans, and tools to achieve your financial goals. Travel Season ticket loan. The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, Critical Illness Cover, Dental Insurance. Long service awards. Volunteering: Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving. Online shopping discounts via Discount Marketplace. Ingeus is part of global human services provider, APM Group. Our mission is to enable better lives and, in the UK, we work with government, employers, and local partners to design and deliver services to help create strong societies where people have the independence, knowledge, and know-how to thrive. We deliver services to help people improve their employment, skills, health, and wellbeing. Were purpose-led, passionate, and proud to work with customers and communities to drive social change. Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions. We welcome applications from everyone - if you require any assistance with any part of the recruitment process or would like alternative formats, please get in touch with us via email at .