Rehabilitation Officer

In line with Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and standards, provide rehabilitation, reablement and therapy support through individual support plans with a focus on promoting independence.

To support people to regain their confidence to move forward with their life - based on their assets and strengths and those of their family and community.
Enable people to participate in their own personal and practical care, encouraging the use of aids or prescribed exercises in accordance with assessed needs, and supporting them to regain and retain independence and dignity. Take appropriate precautions to maintain individuals’ confidentiality and dignity whilst promoting equality, diversity and rights. Provide appropriate day to day supervision of staff to include appraisals, return to work discussions etc. Maintain appropriate and accurate records in line with procedural requirements.

Following appropriate training, carry out procedures, such as catheter or stoma care, documenting any variations or issues in the individuals support plan, reporting back to the Senior Officer on duty and/or the appropriate health care professional.

Observe individuals’ general wellbeing, reporting and recording any changes to other stakeholders, eg main carer, district nurse, senior officer on duty, as appropriate.

Supervise service users with the administration of prescribed medication to the required dosage, providing more practical support as required.