Common use of Role Specific Competencies Clause in Contracts

Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisation. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to his/her attempts to influence and perform; and adjusts; seeks feedback; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) External to WDHSL • Allied Health Manager, Allied Health Director • Clients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists • Visitors • Director of Nursing, Clinical Director and Doctors • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) • Registered and Enrolled Nurses • Southern DHB and other Tertiary hospitals • Health Care Assistants • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staff, Community Services and District Nursing PERSON SPECIFICATION The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies include: ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board. • Current New Zealand approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. • BSc / Diploma in Physiotherapy. • Member of the New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists. Experience • At least 2 years’ clinical experience and up-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enable. • Relevant clinical experience and competency within a hospital setting. • Experience in a variety of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient and outpatient. Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient in Physiotherapy assessment techniques. • Have a working knowledge of Physiotherapy treatment techniques, including Client- centred goal planning. • Ability to apply clinical skills to a broad spectrum of areas to an acceptable standard. • Demonstrates continued professional development. • Have some experience in a variety of clinical areas. • Ability to prioritise your own caseload. • Demonstration of safe working practice. • Attendance at relevant post-graduate courses. • Participated in student education. • Experience of working in a general hospital • Accredited Enable assessor • Maintains professional development.

Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisationdisagrees. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to Priority Setting Spends his/her attempts time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what would help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus. Motivating Others Creates a climate in which people want to influence do their best; can motivate many kinds of people; can assess each person’s ‘hot button’ and performuse it to get the best out of him/her; empowers others; invites input from each person and adjustsshares ownership and visibility; seeks feedbackmakes each individual feel that their work is important; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly someone people like working with. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) Southern DHB External to WDHSL Southern DHB • Client/patients/ Family/ Whānau/ • Consumers • Caregivers • ENABLE funding • Unit/Service Manager • ACC • Clinical team • Other community services (as appropriate) • Allied Health Manager, Professional Leaders • Allied Health Director • Clients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists • Visitors • Director of Nursing, Clinical Director and Doctors • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) • Registered and Enrolled Nurses • Southern DHB and other Tertiary hospitals • Health Care Assistants • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staff, Community Services and District Nursing Equipment store PERSON SPECIFICATION The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies include: [Add profession name here] ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration High level of interpersonal and communication skills • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 English (or equivalent) • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 Maths (or equivalent) • NZQA Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)* Allied Health Assistants (with exception of dental assistants): • NZQA Level 3: New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Health Assistance Strand Dental assistants: • NZQA Level 3: New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Dental Assistance *If not previously obtained; to be completed within 2 years of commencement or to be commenced within 1 year of employment. • Careerforce level 3 certificate in Health and wellbeing Experience • Ability to learn new skills and competencies • Experience working in health/disability settings or with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Boardgeneral public • Have an appropriate level of fitness and an ability to undertake physically demanding tasks safely. • Current New Zealand approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. • BSc / Diploma in Physiotherapy. • Member Passion and understanding of Older Persons Health and care of the New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists. Experience • At least 2 years’ clinical experience and up-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enable. • Relevant clinical experience and competency within a hospital setting. • Experience in a variety of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient and outpatient. frail elderly Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient High level of interpersonal and communication skills • Previous experience in Physiotherapy assessment techniques. • Have a working knowledge the health sector •Completion of Physiotherapy treatment techniques, including Client- centred goal planning. common Clinical Task Instructions and awareness of the Calderdale Framework •Ability to take tasks under delegation Personal Qualities • Ability to apply clinical skills work in a supportive and honest manner • Ability to a broad spectrum work under direction of areas Allied Health Professional(s) • Ability to an acceptable standardAccept responsibility for own actions KEY RESULT AREAS: Key Accountabilities: Example of successful delivery of duties and responsibilities Delegated Clinical Responsibilities • Under direction of relevant Allied Health professional(s), implements person centred goals/ programmes that takes into consideration client/patient preferences and interprofessional working • Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions within area of work • Relays information and educates appropriately to the needs of the client/patient • You show evidence of assisting others to achieve their goals (partnership) • You demonstrate respect, empathy/understanding and interest in client/patients. • You provide practical support for other team members to facilitate patient/client goals • You are involved in Clinical Task Indicator sign off (Calderdale) for your delegated skills • In partnership with the patient/client, monitor their progress toward expected outcomes • Participates in on-going health education of patients/clients in a way that they can understand • Facilitates client/patient responsibility to maintain and promote health Communication • Regularly reports information about the patient/client’s intervention to relevant Allied Health professional • Relays information to patients/clients in a way that protects their rights and to allow informed decisions. • Uses a variety of communication strategies when required • Establishes rapport and trust with client/patient/family/whānau • You update Allied Health professional/multidisciplinary team (MDT) on progress and effectiveness of interventions • You have an ability to use alternative modes of communication Teamwork • Participate in and contribute to the functioning of the team • Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other colleagues • You participate as a team member to ensure the best outcomes for patients/ people Clinical Competencies – Safe and Culturally Sensitive • With support of others, identifies own level of competence, seeks assistance, advice and knowledge as necessary • Takes responsibility for developing and maintaining identified competencies with support of appropriate Allied Health professional(s) • Undertakes learning activities relevant to own role, shares knowledge gained with others • Accesses supervision, debriefing and direction as necessary • Practices in a culturally safe manner • You meet the mandatory training requirements of the work place and of the relevant Allied Health profession(s). • You update your knowledge related to practice guidelines • You keep and maintain a learning portfolio • You maintain an up to date professional development plan • You assist patients/clients to gain appropriate support and representation which reflects their cultural needs and preferences Legislative Requirements • Demonstrates continued knowledge of policies and procedural guidelines that have implications for day to day work • As directed by Allied Health professional(s), practises in accordance with relevant legislation/codes/policies and upholds patients/clients’ rights • You adhere to Southern District Health Board and legislative standards of practice • You maintain confidentiality of patient information Documentation • Adheres to the Southern DHB Health Record Documentation Standards (District) (MIDAS 18773). NB: clinical notes will be monitored/supported by appropriate Allied Health professional • Your documentation is timely, clear, concise and accurate • You demonstrate literacy and computer skills essential for own practice and to support other team members Other Duties Undertaking duties from time to time that may be in addition to those outlined above but which fall within your capabilities and experience. Act as a role model for the Southern DHB Organisational Values. • You respond positively to requests for assistance in own and other areas, demonstrating adaptability and willingness. • You produce work that complies with SDHB processes and reflects best practice. • Research undertaken is robust and well considered. • Live and support the DHB values in everything you do. Professional Development – self Identifying areas for personal and professional development. • Have some experience Training and development goals are identified/agreed with your manager. • Performance objectives reviewed annually with your manager. • You actively seek feedback and accept constructive criticism. Health, Safety and Wellbeing Taking all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others while at work, in accordance with the Southern DHB’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and systems. • You understand and consistently meet your obligations under Southern DHB’s Health and Safety policy/procedures. • You actively encourage and challenge your peers to work in a variety of clinical areassafe manner. • Ability Effort is made to prioritise strive for best practice in Health and Safety at all times. Treaty of Waitangi Giving effect to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi – Partnership, Participation and Protection through your own caseloadinteraction with others on a day to day basis. • Demonstration Partnership – You interact in good faith and in the nature of safe working practicea partnership. There is a sense of shared enterprise and mutual benefit where each partner takes account of the needs and interests of the other. • Attendance at relevant post-graduate coursesParticipation – You work in partnership with our treaty partners to enable our organisation to prosper. • Participated in student You are mindful of the varying socio- economic conditions that face our people and work hard to remove barriers of access to health and education. • Experience Protection – You work proactively to protect the rights and interests of working Māori, including the need to proactively build the capacity and capability of Māori. Note: the above example measures are provided as a guide only. The precise performance measures for this position will require further discussion between the job holder and manager. CHANGES TO POSITION DESCRIPTION From time to time it may be necessary to consider changes to the position description in a general hospital • Accredited Enable assessor • Maintains professional development.response to the changing nature of our work environment – including technological requirements or statutory changes. This Position Description may be reviewed as part of the preparation for your annual performance and development review. Acknowledged / Accepted: .............................................................................................................. ..................................................................... Employee Date .............................................................................................................. .....................................................................

Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisationdisagrees. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to Priority Setting Spends his/her attempts time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what would help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus. Motivating Others Creates a climate in which people want to influence do their best; can motivate many kinds of people; can assess each person’s ‘hot button’ and performuse it to get the best out of him/her; empowers others; invites input from each person and adjustsshares ownership and visibility; seeks feedbackmakes each individual feel that their work is important; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly someone people like working with. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) Southern DHB External to WDHSL Southern DHB • Client/patients/ Family/ Whānau/ • Consumers • Caregivers • ENABLE funding • Unit/Service Manager • ACC • Clinical team • Other community services (as appropriate) • Allied Health Manager, Professional Leaders • Allied Health Director • Clients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists • Visitors • Director of Nursing, Clinical Director and Doctors • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) • Registered and Enrolled Nurses • Southern DHB and other Tertiary hospitals • Health Care Assistants • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staff, Community Services and District Nursing Equipment store PERSON SPECIFICATION The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies include: ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration High level of interpersonal and communication skills • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 English (or equivalent) • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 Maths (or equivalent) • NZQA Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)* Allied Health Assistants (with the exception of dental assistants): • NZQA Level 3: New Zealand Physiotherapy Board. Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Health Assistance Strand Dental assistants: • Current NZQA Level 3: New Zealand approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. • BSc / Diploma Certificate in Physiotherapy. • Member Health and Wellbeing - Dental Assistance *If not previously obtained; to be completed within 2 years of the New Zealand Society commencement or to be commenced within 1 year of Physiotherapists. Experience • At least 2 years’ clinical experience and up-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enable. • Relevant clinical experience and competency within a hospital settingemployment. • Experience • Ability to learn new skills and competencies • Experience working in a variety health/disability settings or with the general public • Have an appropriate level of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient fitness and outpatientan ability to undertake physically demanding tasks safely. • Experience supporting mobility and exercise programmes Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient in Physiotherapy assessment techniques. High level of interpersonal and communication skills • Have a working knowledge of Physiotherapy treatment techniques, including Client- centred goal planning. Personal Qualities • Ability to apply clinical skills work in a supportive and honest manner • Ability to a broad spectrum work under direction of areas Allied Health Professional(s) • Ability to an acceptable standardAccept responsibility for own actions KEY RESULT AREAS: Key Accountabilities: Example of successful delivery of duties and responsibilities Delegated Clinical Responsibilities • Under direction of relevant Allied Health professional(s), implements person centred goals/ programmes that takes into consideration client/patient preferences and interprofessional working • Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions within area of work • Relays information and educates appropriately to the needs of the client/patient • You show evidence of assisting others to achieve their goals (partnership) • You demonstrate respect, empathy/understanding and interest in client/patients. • You provide practical support for other team members to facilitate patient/client goals • You are involved in Clinical Task Indicator sign off (Calderdale) for your delegated skills • In partnership with the patient/client, monitor their progress toward expected outcomes • Participates in on-going health education of patients/clients in a way that they can understand • Facilitates client/patient responsibility to maintain and promote health Communication • Regularly reports information about the patient/client’s intervention to relevant Allied Health professional • Relays information to patients/clients in a way that protects their rights and to allow informed decisions. • Uses a variety of communication strategies when required • Establishes rapport and trust with client/patient/family/whānau • You update Allied Health professional/multidisciplinary team (MDT) on progress and effectiveness of interventions • You have an ability to use alternative modes of communication Teamwork • Participate in and contribute to the functioning of the team • Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other colleagues • You participate as a team member to ensure the best outcomes for patients/ people Clinical Competencies – Safe and Culturally Sensitive • With support of others, identifies own level of competence, seeks assistance, advice and knowledge as necessary • Takes responsibility for developing and maintaining identified competencies with support of appropriate Allied Health professional(s) • Undertakes learning activities relevant to own role, shares knowledge gained with others • Accesses supervision, debriefing and direction as necessary • Practices in a culturally safe manner • You meet the mandatory training requirements of the work place and of the relevant Allied Health profession(s). • You update your knowledge related to practice guidelines • You keep and maintain a learning portfolio • You maintain an up to date professional development plan • You assist patients/clients to gain appropriate support and representation which reflects their cultural needs and preferences Legislative Requirements • Demonstrates continued knowledge of policies and procedural guidelines that have implications for day to day work • As directed by Allied Health professional(s), practises in accordance with relevant legislation/codes/policies and upholds patients/clients’ rights • You adhere to Southern District Health Board and legislative standards of practice • You maintain confidentiality of patient information Documentation • Adheres to the Southern DHB Health Record Documentation Standards (District) (MIDAS 18773). NB: clinical notes will be monitored/supported by appropriate Allied Health professional • Your documentation is timely, clear, concise and accurate • You demonstrate literacy and computer skills essential for own practice and to support other team members Other Duties Undertaking duties from time to time that may be in addition to those outlined above but which fall within your capabilities and experience. Act as a role model for the Southern DHB Organisational Values. • You respond positively to requests for assistance in own and other areas, demonstrating adaptability and willingness. • You produce work that complies with SDHB processes and reflects best practice. • Research undertaken is robust and well considered. • Live and support the DHB values in everything you do. Professional Development – self Identifying areas for personal and professional development. • Have some experience Training and development goals are identified/agreed with your manager. • Performance objectives reviewed annually with your manager. • You actively seek feedback and accept constructive criticism. Health, Safety and Wellbeing Taking all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others while at work, in accordance with the Southern DHB’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and systems. • You understand and consistently meet your obligations under Southern DHB’s Health and Safety policy/procedures. • You actively encourage and challenge your peers to work in a variety of clinical areassafe manner. • Ability Effort is made to prioritise strive for best practice in Health and Safety at all times. Treaty of Waitangi Giving effect to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi – Partnership, Participation and Protection through your own caseloadinteraction with others on a day to day basis. • Demonstration Partnership – You interact in good faith and in the nature of safe working practicea partnership. There is a sense of shared enterprise and mutual benefit where each partner takes account of the needs and interests of the other. • Attendance at relevant post-graduate coursesParticipation – You work in partnership with our treaty partners to enable our organisation to prosper. • Participated in student You are mindful of the varying socio- economic conditions that face our people and work hard to remove barriers of access to health and education. • Experience Protection – You work proactively to protect the rights and interests of working Māori, including the need to proactively build the capacity and capability of Māori. Note: the above example measures are provided as a guide only. The precise performance measures for this position will require further discussion between the job holder and manager. CHANGES TO POSITION DESCRIPTION From time to time it may be necessary to consider changes to the position description in a general hospital • Accredited Enable assessor • Maintains professional development.response to the changing nature of our work environment – including technological requirements or statutory changes. This Position Description may be reviewed as part of the preparation for your annual performance and development review. Acknowledged / Accepted: .............................................................................................................. ..................................................................... Employee Date .............................................................................................................. .....................................................................

Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisation. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to his/her attempts to influence and perform; and adjusts; seeks feedback; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) External to WDHSL • Allied Health ManagerService Leader, Allied Health Director • Clients Patients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists Director of Allied Health • Visitors • Director of NursingInternal multi-disciplinary team: Occupational Therapists, Clinical Director Physiotherapists, Diabetes and Doctors Rehabilitation Nurses, Dietitian, Speech & Language Therapist, Social Workers • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) and Funders e.g. HCNZ, ACC, Meals on Wheels, Stroke Foundation Coordinator • Registered Nursing and Enrolled Nurses Medical teams • Southern DHB and DHBs, other Tertiary hospitals and Rural hospitals, GP practices • Health Care Assistants • Tumai Ora Whanau Services • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staff, Community Services and District Nursing Fale Pasifika O Aoraki Trust PERSON SPECIFICATION The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies include: ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration A New Zealand-registered professional (nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy) with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Boarda current Practising Certificate. • Current New Zealand approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. • BSc / Diploma in Physiotherapyvalid Driver Licence. • Member of the New Zealand Society Professional Association. • Has trained in assessment as part of Physiotherapistsqualification. Experience • At The degree of post-qualification experience and knowledge is variable dependent on the area of responsibility and requirements of the role. This could range from third-year of practice to an experienced clinician with at least 2 5 years’ clinical experience and uppost-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enablegraduate experience. • Relevant clinical experience and competency within a hospital setting. • Experience in a variety of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient and outpatient. Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient in Physiotherapy assessment techniques. • Have a working knowledge of Physiotherapy treatment techniques, including Client- centred goal planning. • Ability to apply clinical skills to a broad spectrum of areas to an acceptable standard. • Demonstrates continued professional development. • Have some Clinical experience in a variety of clinical areas/ disability areas within the hospital and / or community environment. • Ability to prioritise your own caseloadRelevant computer programmes and applications, and online tele-health video-conferencing technology (Microsoft Teams). • Demonstration Experience in a community setting. • Is highly competent within the boundaries and scope of safe practice. Knowledge and Skills • Comprehensive knowledge of the NZ Allied Health system and ideally the DHB environment, systems and processes, support services and funding. • Knowledge of the trends and emerging issues for the Allied Health profession, in particular InterRAI. • Effective planning and prioritisation skills. • High level of verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent interviewing, assessment and problem solving skills. • The ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families/whanau, colleages and mult-disciplinary teams both internally and externally and demonstrate flexibility and initiative in a community setting. • Has good networking skills. • Proven ability in management of resources and time. • Be able to initiate, contribute to, and participate in, educational programmes. • Experience and knowledge of related computerised systems and tele-health conferencing technology (Microsoft Teams). • A working knowledge of how health and disability issues impact on an older person’s ability to remain independent, and commitment to the provision of quality, client- centred care to meet patient goals. • Demonstrate commitment, respect and an attitude of valuing older people and the ability to work with older people and their whanau in a community and/or health setting to achieve the best outcomes for them. Personal Qualities • Commitment and personal accountability • Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation • Caring but professional manner • Acts with discretion, sensitivity and integrity at all times • Is adaptable and flexible – open to change (positive or negative) • Maintains an exceptionally high level of confidentiality, discretion and diplomacy • Has initiative and self-motivation with excellent organisational and time management skills • Has motivation and willingness to improve knowledge and skills • Good health, physically strong and tidy presentation KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES OUTCOMES Assessment • Assessment and plan of care activities including support package are completed as per DHB policies and procedures. • Assessment processes include a multidisciplinary approach to identify clinical support needs can be met. • Access and entry criteria is applied consistently. • Triage criteria utilised. • Promote the use of cost effective options. • Referrals are prioritised according to prioritisation criteria. • Maintain accurate information around criteria for DS, Personal Health and ACC services. • Maintain accurate information regarding DHB guidelines for development of SMART goals. • Inpatient referrals and other urgent referrals are managed in a timely manner. • InterRAI tools are utilised competently. • Assessment plan of care activities including goal setting are completed accurately and timely. • The wider Multidisciplinary (MDT) Team is included in assessment where appropriate. • Client and family / whanau are included in the assessment and understand the process. • Informed consent is obtained from the client or EPOA for the assessment process. • Assessments are client-focused and strengths- based. • Assessment processes cover all domains of health including physical, mental and psychosocial. Communication • Clinical Needs Assessors maintain good interpersonal skills with clients/families/DHB staff and external agencies. • • Communication is precise, timely, clear and understood by others. • Information is documented clearly and accurately. • Electronic information is maintained accurately and promptly. • Attends team and other meetings as per service requirements. • Risks and issues are raised with Service Leader in timely manner. Plan of Care • Utilise information from assessment process to identify plan of care including support package. • Events summary information guides plan of care developed for each client. • Appropriate referrals are made for specialist services with client’s knowledge and consent. • Care Plans and SMART goals are set to meet clients identified needs. • Plan of care includes all support from funded and unquoted services. • Plans of care for each individual are based on community based support in the first instance. • Rationale for plan of care is included in client documentation. Other Duties Undertaking duties from time to time that may be in addition to those outlined above but which fall within your capabilities and experience. • You respond positively to requests for assistance in own and other areas, demonstrating adaptability and willingness. • You produce work that complies with processes and reflects best practice. • Attendance Research undertaken is robust and well considered. Professional Development – self Identifying areas for personal and professional development • Training and development goals are identified/agreed with your manager • Performance objectives reviewed annually with your manager • You actively seek feedback and accept constructive criticism Quality Improvement Promoting and maintaining a quality improvement approach into all work • Demonstrate a positive personal commitment to the culture of continuous quality improvement by ensuring quality values are integrated into personal daily practice • Actively contribute to the implementation and ongoing maintenance of continuous quality improvement processes in their area according to a planned annual programme • Lead and support quality improvement activities in all departments/areas of WDHSL. Legislation and Organisational Knowledge Ensure knowledge and compliance of legislation and organisation rules • Ensure compliance with New Zealand statutory laws • Comply with organisation wide and service specific rules, code of conduct, policies and procedures • Understand and demonstrate the ability to apply the legislation related to the Privacy Act, Health and Disability Commissioners Act, Health & Safety at relevant post-graduate coursesWork Act, Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act and MOH regulations Health, Safety and Wellbeing Taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others while at work, in accordance with the WDHSL’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and systems. • Participated in student education. • Experience of working You understand and consistently meet your obligations under WDHSL’s Health and Safety policy/procedures ▪ You actively encourage and challenge your peers to work in a general hospital safe manner. ▪ Work towards creating an atmosphere where staff support each other and workplace violence and bullying is not tolerated • Accredited Enable assessor • Maintains professional development.Effort is made to strive for best practice in Health and Safety at all times Treaty of Waitangi

Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisationdisagrees. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to Priority Setting Spends his/her attempts time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what would help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus. Motivating Others Creates a climate in which people want to influence do their best; can motivate many kinds of people; can assess each person’s ‘hot button’ and performuse it to get the best out of him/her; empowers others; invites input from each person and adjustsshares ownership and visibility; seeks feedbackmakes each individual feel that their work is important; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly someone people like working with. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) Southern DHB External to WDHSL Southern DHB • Client/patients/ Family/ Whānau/ • Consumers • Caregivers • ENABLE funding • Unit/Service Manager • ACC • Clinical team • Other community services (as appropriate) • Allied Health Manager, Professional Leaders • Allied Health Director • Clients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists • Visitors • Director of Nursing, Clinical Director and Doctors • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) • Registered and Enrolled Nurses • Southern DHB and other Tertiary hospitals • Health Care Assistants • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staff, Community Services and District Nursing Equipment store PERSON SPECIFICATION (Allied Health Assistant) The expertise required for Home Team will offer a person 7 day a week service from 8 am to 8 pm. The focus of the service is hospital avoidance and supported discharge working across a range of settings including the community, Emergency Department, Internal Medicine Assessment Unit and the in-patient wards. The Home Team will be fully competent in a comprehensive integrated service that is responsive to patient and service needs, focused on delivering one car up the roledrive way, one assessment and one plan of care. Position specific competencies include: This position involves working with a range of age groups with a variety of conditions, including outpatients, inpatients and community locations. ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration High level of interpersonal and communication skills • • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 English (or equivalent) • Year 11-NCEA Level 1 Maths (or equivalent) • NZQA Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)* Allied Health Assistants (with the exception of dental assistants): • NZQA Level 3: New Zealand Physiotherapy Board. Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Health Assistance Strand Dental assistants: • Current NZQA Level 3: New Zealand approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. • BSc / Diploma Certificate in Physiotherapy. • Member Health and Wellbeing - Dental Assistance *If not previously obtained; to be completed within 2 years of the New Zealand Society commencement or to be commenced within 1 year of Physiotherapistsemployment. Experience • At least 2 years’ clinical experience Ability to learn new skills and up-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enablecompetencies • Experience working in health/disability settings or with the general public • Have an appropriate level of fitness and an ability to undertake physically demanding tasks safely. • Relevant clinical experience Passion and competency within a hospital setting. • Experience in a variety understanding of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient Older Persons Health and outpatient. care of the frail elderly Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient in Physiotherapy assessment techniques. High level of interpersonal and communication skills • Have a working knowledge of Physiotherapy treatment techniques, including Client- centred goal planning. Personal Qualities • Ability to apply clinical skills work in a supportive and honest manner • Ability to work under direction of Allied Health Professional(s) • Ability to accept responsibility for own actions • Ability to participate in the rotating roster and weekend service KEY RESULT AREAS: Key Accountabilities: Example of successful delivery of duties and responsibilities Delegated Clinical Responsibilities • Under direction of relevant Allied Health professional(s), implements person centred goals/ programmes that takes into consideration client/patient preferences • Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions within area of work • Relays information and educates appropriately to the needs of the client/patient • In partnership with the patient/client, monitor their progress toward expected outcomes • Participates in on-going health education of patients/clients in a broad spectrum way that they can understand • Facilitates client/patient responsibility to maintain and promote health • You show evidence of areas assisting others to an acceptable standardachieve their goals (partnership) • You demonstrate respect, empathy/understanding and interest in client/patients. • You provide practical support for other team members to facilitate patient/client goals Communication • Regularly reports information about the patient/client’s intervention to relevant Allied Health professional • Relays information to patients/clients in a way that protects their rights and to allow informed decisions. • Uses a variety of communication strategies when required • Establishes rapport and trust with client/patient/family/whānau • You update Allied Health professional/multidisciplinary team (MDT) on progress and effectiveness of interventions • You have an ability to use alternative modes of communication Teamwork • Participate in and contribute to the functioning of the team • Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other staff • You participate as a team member to ensure the best outcomes for patients/ people Clinical Competencies – Safe and Culturally Sensitive • With support of other staff, identifies own level of competence, seeks assistance, advice and knowledge as necessary • Takes responsibility for developing and maintaining identified competencies with support of appropriate Allied Health professional(s) • Undertakes learning activities relevant to own role, shares knowledge gained with others • Accesses supervision, debriefing and direction as necessary • Practices in a culturally safe manner • You meet the mandatory training requirements of the work place and of the relevant Allied Health profession(s). • You update your knowledge related to practice guidelines • You keep and maintain a learning portfolio • You maintain an up to date professional development plan • You assist patients/clients to gain appropriate support and representation which reflects their cultural needs and preferences Legislative Requirements Demonstrates continued knowledge of policies and procedural guidelines that have implications for day to day work as directed by Allied Health professional(s), practises in accordance with relevant legislation/codes/policies and upholds patients/clients’ rights • You adhere to Southern District Health Board and legislative standards of practice • You maintain confidentiality of patient information Documentation Adheres to the Southern DHB Health Record Documentation Standards (District) (MIDAS 18773). NB: clinical notes will be monitored/supported by appropriate Allied Health professional • Your documentation is timely, clear, concise and accurate • You demonstrate literacy and computer skills essential for own practice and to support other team members Other Duties • Undertaking duties from time to time that may be in addition to those outlined above but which fall within your capabilities and experience. • Act as a role model for the Southern DHB Organisational Values. • You respond positively to requests for assistance in own and other areas, demonstrating adaptability and willingness. • You produce work that complies with SDHB processes and reflects best practice. • Research undertaken is robust and well considered. • Live and support the DHB values in everything you do. Professional Development – self • Identifying areas for personal and professional development. • Have some experience Training and development goals are identified/agreed with your manager. • Performance objectives reviewed annually with your manager. • You actively seek feedback and accept constructive criticism. Health, Safety and Wellbeing • Taking all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others while at work, in accordance with the Southern DHB’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and systems. • You understand and consistently meet your obligations under Southern DHB’s Health and Safety policy/procedures. • You actively encourage and challenge your peers to work in a variety of clinical areassafe manner. • Ability Effort is made to prioritise strive for best practice in Health and Safety at all times. Treaty of Waitangi Giving effect to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi – Partnership, Participation and Protection through your own caseloadinteraction with others on a day to day basis. • Demonstration Partnership – You interact in good faith and in the nature of safe working practicea partnership. There is a sense of shared enterprise and mutual benefit where each partner takes account of the needs and interests of the other. • Attendance at relevant post-graduate coursesParticipation – You work in partnership with our treaty partners to enable our organisation to prosper. • Participated in student You are mindful of the varying socio- economic conditions that face our people and work hard to remove barriers of access to health and education. • Experience Protection – You work proactively to protect the rights and interests of working Māori, including the need to proactively build the capacity and capability of Māori. Note: the above example measures are provided as a guide only. The precise performance measures for this position will require further discussion between the job holder and manager. CHANGES TO POSITION DESCRIPTION From time to time it may be necessary to consider changes to the position description in a general hospital • Accredited Enable assessor • Maintains professional development.response to the changing nature of our work environment – including technological requirements or statutory changes. This Position Description may be reviewed as part of the preparation for your annual performance and development review. Acknowledged / Accepted: .............................................................................................................. ..................................................................... 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Role Specific Competencies. Listening ▪ Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees Problem Solving ▪ Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers Interpersonal Savvy ▪ Relates well to all kinds of people – inside and outside the organisation. Builds appropriate rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Personal Learning ▪ Picks up the need to change personal, interpersonal behaviour quickly; watches others for their reactions to his/her attempts to influence and perform; and adjusts; seeks feedback; is sensitive to changing personal demands and requirements and changes accordingly KEY RELATIONSHIPS Within Waitaki District Health Services (WDHSL) External to WDHSL • Allied Health Manager, Allied Health Director of Nursing • Clients Patients and Families/Whanau • Occupational Therapists Clinical Director • Visitors • Director of Nursing, Clinical Director and Doctors Medical Staff • External Healthcare Providers (referrals) • Registered and Enrolled Nurses • Southern DHB and other Tertiary hospitals • Health Care Assistants • Clinical Education Trainer • Administration staffNon-clinical Support, Community Services and District Nursing Allied Health PERSON SPECIFICATION The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies include: ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board. Nursing Council (or equivalent) • Current New Zealand Nursing Council approved Physiotherapy practicing certificate. certificate • BSc / Diploma in Physiotherapy. • Member of the New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists. Post graduate qualifications or studying towards Experience • At least 2 years’ clinical experience and up-to-date clinical knowledge, such as Enable. • Relevant clinical experience and competency within a hospital setting. • Experience in a variety of clinical areas e.g. community, inpatient and outpatient. shift work • Computer literate Knowledge and Skills • Be proficient in Physiotherapy assessment techniquesComprehensive knowledge of the NZ health system and the DHB environment, systems and processes • Knowledge of the trends and emerging issues for the nursing profession. • Effective planning and prioritisation skills • Maintains a personal professional portfolio to meet the requirements of WDHSL • The ability to use appropriate communication when interacting with colleagues, patients and their families/whanau • Initiative and ability to be flexible • Have a working knowledge commitment to quality and the provision of Physiotherapy treatment techniquesquality care Personal Qualities • Commitment and personal accountability • Excellent interpersonal skills, including Client- centred goal planning. ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation • Ability Caring but professional manner • Acts with discretion, sensitivity and integrity at all times • Is adaptable and flexible – open to apply clinical skills to a broad spectrum of areas to an acceptable standard. • Demonstrates continued professional development. • Have some experience in a variety of clinical areas. • Ability to prioritise your own caseload. • Demonstration of safe working practice. • Attendance at relevant post-graduate courses. • Participated in student education. • Experience of working in a general hospital • Accredited Enable assessor change (positive or negative) • Maintains professional development.an exceptionally high level of confidentiality, discretion and diplomacy • Has initiative and self-motivation with excellent organisational and time management skills • Has motivation and willingness to improve knowledge and skills • Good health, physically strong and tidy presentation KEY RESULT AREAS: Key Accountabilities: