Rehabilitation Health

Rehabilitation Health & Care Support Worker The Rehabilitation Health & Care Support Worker delivers delegated care/tasks across a range of disciplines as part of a team-based approach to delivering holistic patient‑centred care. A key aim of the role is to support the patient to achieve optimum independence by assisting in the provision and monitoring of rehabilitation services, implementing an agreed individualised plan of care as determined by the team. The post holder is expected to always treat individuals with dignity and respect, recognising their wishes and beliefs, and empowering the patient to have choice and control of their care. The post holder will practice in accordance with Health Board standards and statutory requirements and operate within the boundaries of the role and assessed competencies. The post holder will be expected to develop within the role as required within the boundaries of the job description and agreed competencies. The post holder must communicate effectively at all times and in conjunction with other team members, contributing to and maintaining the team/ward philosophy. Main duties of the job Designated by the registered professional, undertake identified tasks within the framework of a plan of care. Be confident and competent to work without continual direct supervision within an agreed framework, assist patients/clients to achieve physical and emotional well‑being and comfort, including assessments of clinical condition as required, supporting optimum independence within scope of competence. Have the ability to identify and support the needs of a wide spectrum of conditions, including noticing issues and appropriately acting upon signs of frailty such as malnutrition, difficulties with eating and drinking and reduced mobility. Identify and report the social network/support and care infrastructure of clients (i.e. carers, family, already known to partner agencies). Ensure that any changes in patient’s condition or circumstance are reported immediately to the registered professional as appropriate to the needs of the patient. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Interviews will be held on 08/12/2025. About us Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in‑hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Our services are provided in: Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest. Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire. Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings. 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers. Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services. Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism, thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent. Relevant NVQ / Diploma at level 3 or equivalent experience and prepared to work towards achieving this level of qualification within two years of appointment. Record of professional development. Knowledge of rehabilitation approaches. Experience Recent experience of working within a relevant health, social care, third or independent sector service environment. Recognise the importance of the Fundamentals of Care to the patient/client and of enabling patient/client to optimise independence. Experience of rehabilitation. Experience of working as a health & care support worker. Welsh speaker (Level 1). Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £25,313 to £26,999 a year (pro rata) #J-18808-Ljbffr