Our exceptional transitional neurorehabilitation service in Barnsley is looking for a Junior Assistant Psychologist to support people who have an acquired brain injury. We are looking for a passionate, proactive, positive individual with a genuine interest in supporting individual's in their recovery and rehabilitation and to support the Assistant Psychologist and MDT in their work.
The role is hybrid with one shift a week as Junior Assistant Psychologist supporting the AP and four shifts a week working as a Senior Rehabilitation Support Worker. The role is practical would working on a rota across the week and does involve some personal care.
Our services bridge the gap from hospital based rehabilitation and the person's integration back home or onto independent living. We have a proven track record of working with individuals to support their adjustment and reach their rehabilitation goals. All of our CQC inspected services are rated a highly unusual 'Outstanding' in all areas (we are the only provider in England with three service at this top grade). The services are also rated 'Outstanding' in all areas in their Headway Approved Provider inspections.
Ariya Neuro Care achieved an exceptionally rare 'Platinum' rating at entry level in our Investors in People accreditation, which is indicative of the value we place on developing both our team and the people in our services
Supporting the Assistant Psychologist (AP) the Junior Assistant Psychologist would work within the interdisciplinary team to support the team to integrate bespoke interventions. The Junior AP would also be required to develop progress reports and collate data and statistics on individual and service outcomes and support therapy groups. T
Essential requirements for the role:
- Genuinely, positive and caring attitude
- Adaptable and creative approach
- Passionate about supporting people to develop
- Special interest and experience in neuro-rehabilitation
- Ability to perform effectively as a Senior Rehabilitation Support Worker
- Over six months of experience in a Support Worker role (preferably with people with an acquired brain injury)
- Experience of working in an team
- Excellent interpersonal skills and works well in a team
- Reliable and high levels of integrity
- Ability to inspire and motivate others
- Psychology based undergraduate-graduate degree
- Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
- Ability to collate, analyse and present statistical and qualitative data
- Interest in research
If you do not have the above qualifications or experience, do consider applying for the Rehabilitation Support Worker Positions (or respond to this advert and provide a covering note saying you are interested in these alternative positions).
Please provide a covering letter with your CV explaining why you are interested in this particular position. If you have any queries to feel free enquire.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £14.44 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barnsley, South Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Support Worker: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
