Therapy Assistant

Join the team at The Bridge in Middlesborough and 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 t, As a Therapy Assistant at The Bridge in Middlesborough, you will provide care and therapeutic pathways for individuals with neurological or mental health conditions, where challenging behavior is often the main impairment. Your main duties include assisting with therapy programs alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT, and Dietitians. You will support service users in their recovery, helping them achieve their goals by preparing and assisting in therapeutic activities both in group and individual settings. Your responsibilities will include creating one-on-one rapports to enhance service user engagement, monitoring and adjusting therapy plans under supervision, and ensuring accurate documentation and reporting. You are expected to participate actively in evaluating service provisions and adjust plans as needed. You will also undertake necessary training, ensure effective communication within the team, respect client confidentiality, and adhere to health and safety
standards. Your aim will be to help service users regain independence, while maintaining compliance with legislative procedures and Elysium's policies.

Elysium Healthcare, boasting over 8,000 employees and operating more than 90 services across England and Wales, is committed to delivering exceptional care through a unique approach. Catering to a wide spectrum of needs including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Children, and Education, Elysium Healthcare offers abundant opportunities for professional growth and career movement. Being part of Ramsay Health Care, they are ingrained in a network that spans 10 countries and employs 86,000 people globally. Dedicated to safer recruitment and a Disability Confident employer, they prioritize inclusive and accessible recruitment for all appointments. Elysium firmly believes in taking care of its workforce, providing comprehensive benefits like generous annual leave, career advancement opportunities, wellbeing support, and diverse discounts through the Blue Light Card. All staff are encouraged to protect and promote the welfare of service users, adhering to Elysium's
commitment to safeguarding and excellence in care delivery.