Assistant Practitioner

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Undertake appropriate extended roles which have traditionally been undertaken by registered professionals. These roles can be undertaken under the direction of a registered professional following approved training and assessment of competence. Undertake and maintain acompetence portfolio, (Competency Framework) Take part in on going assessments of service users with the Multi-disciplinary teamAssess, plan, deliver and evaluate service users needs in conjunction with a registered professionalDeliver care within the sphere of the Care Programme Approach, including the importance of working with carersAble to work independently on own initiative to meet the needs of services usersDeliver person centred careLiaise with external organisations as required promoting partnership working to ensure holisticcareHave an understanding of Social Care requirements and legislation including referrals, carersassessments and self-directed support such as individualised budgets, providing input and assistance as required Attend and contribute to MDT/CPA reviewHold and manage an identified caseload where appropriateTake part in and contribute to ongoing review of risk assessments, recognising and responding to any changes.Ensure service users needs are accurately reflected in health record documentation.Assist service users and carers to access information Be able to provide therapeutic interventions including 1:1 Sessions and facilitation of group activitiesDemonstrate an understanding of pharmacology including the ability to discuss benefits of medication, issues of compliance and recognising side effectsEnsure that service users physical health needs are met and demonstrate an ability to identify any common on going physical health needs