SPORTS AND FITNESS INSTRUCTOR / HEALTH PROMOTION OFFICER
Permanent / Full-time)
- Internal Competition Only
Disclaimer : This competition is open exclusively to NRH employees. Applications from external candidates will not be considered and will be automatically rejected.
Overview of the Role
The post holder will play a key role in assisting the senior physiotherapists deliver and develop a high-quality sports and exercise service to patients across all NRH programmes. She / he will also work closely with the Occupational Health Department to promote healthy lifestyles for both patients and staff by organising appropriate courses and activities.
Qualifications
The candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office, possess :
A Degree or Diploma in Sports Science or equivalent.A minimum of 1 years’ experience in the area of Sports Therapy and Fitness Training for adults / children with disabilities.Experience of dealing with National Rehabilitation Hospital client groups desirable.An accredited course in disability and Sports would be desirable e.g. NCEF course or equivalent.Experience in the area of Health Promotion.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsACCOUNTABLILITY, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General Accountability
To assist in the delivery of the Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy Service.To contribute to the development of the Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy Department.To participate in staff meetings and any relevant in-service training as assigned.To work with Occupational Health to deliver / develop a Health Promotion Service to patients and staff.Be available to travel with patients to tournaments as required.To be cognisant of and abide by all NRH Policies and Procedures.Attend all NRH mandatory training required by the Physiotherapy Manager / Deputy Manager.In co-operation with colleagues be responsible for the safety of patients and staff within the department.To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as may be required & directed by management.To participate in the continuing care rotas including the Maximising Rehabilitation Opportunities initiative involving Saturday and extended day working.Specific Accountability
Report to and be accountable to the Physiotherapy Manager / Deputy Manager in all matters regarding the service.Be accountable on a day to day basis to senior physiotherapists in matters regarding the Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy Service.Maintain appropriate patient records in hard copy and on TrakCare as required and provide statistical information as needed.Assist in the training and preparation of patients for participation in appropriate sporting events i.e. Inter Spinal Unit Games, Annual NRH Sports Championships.Develop, in collaboration with Occupational Health and Department of Clinical Nutrition, strategies to enhance Health Promotion within the National Rehabilitation Hospital.Main Duties
Assess patient’s fitness levels and design individual programmes.Monitor patient’s progress and adapt programmes as required.Develop rapport with patients and encourage and moderate them in their fitness programmes.Assist in the implementation of all sports / exercise programmes.Assist patients in the use of exercise equipment.Assist with coaching in specific sports.Assist patients in Aquatics Department as required.Ensure the privacy and dignity of the patient is respected at all times.Provide comprehensive records of activity on all patients treated in accordance with Departmental / Programme requirements.Organise and deliver Health Promotion activities for patients and staff e.g. Smoking Cessation Courses, Relaxation Classes, Exercise Classes, Staff Wellness NewsletterParticipate in the organisation of NRH Health and Safety Week.Be a member of the NRH Partnership Staff Wellness Committee if required.Informal enquiries to Ms. Rosie Kelly, Physiotherapy Manager via email to rosie.kelly@nrh.ie
Shortlisting may be carried out on the basis of the information supplied in your CV. The criteria for shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined above. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward for the next stage of the selection process.The NRH reserves the right to extend the application deadline based on the volume of suitable applications.We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and support a smoke-free workplace policy.
