1:1 Complex Care Assistant- Epilepsy & Learning Disabilities

Harmony Healthcare; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Healthcare in Sussex is seeking a Female Complex Healthcare Assistant to provide 1:1 support to an adult woman living in her own flat. The role requires experience with complex care, epilepsy management and independence promotion.

You will monitor seizures, assist with medication and follow care plans, communicating clearly and patiently to ensure wellbeing and safety in day-to-day activities and social engagements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• Experience supporting individuals with severe or complex learning disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience of epilepsy, including refractory epilepsy and seizure management.
• Confidence supporting medication administration and emergency medication, following appropriate training.
• Experience supporting individuals with visual impairment.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support plans and behaviour management strategies.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Knowledge of dysphagia and choking risks.
• Confidence supporting individuals with reduced mobility and falls risks.
• Good communication skills, patience and a compassionate approach.
• Ability to work independently while following care plans and clinical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support at all times in the service user's home and during agreed social activities.
• Monitoring seizure activity and responding appropriately in line with the epilepsy care plan.
• Supporting the administration of prescribed medication and emergency rescue medication, following training and care protocols.
• Following the positive behaviour support plan and recognising the difference between the service user's usual presentation, non-engaging behaviours and seizure activity.
• Providing personal care and support with daily living activities.
• Supporting safe mobility and transfers, including use of a walking frame where appropriate.
• Maintaining awareness of falls risks and promoting a safe home environment.
• Supporting eating and drinking in line with the dysphagia care plan and choking risk guidance.
• Communicating clearly and patiently, using simple language and short sentences.
• Allowing the service user time to process information and respond.
• Supporting communication using speech and her GoTalk 9 communication device.
• Supporting access to social activities using her allocated social hours.
• Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns appropriately.

Skills

Experience with complex care

Epilepsy knowledge

Personal care

Communication skills

Independent working

Patience

Job description

Harmony Healthcare in Sussex is seeking a Female Complex Healthcare Assistant to provide 1:1 support to an adult woman living in her own flat. The role requires experience with complex care, epilepsy management and independence promotion.

You will monitor seizures, assist with medication and follow care plans, communicating clearly and patiently to ensure wellbeing and safety in day-to-day activities and social engagements.