Brain Injury Support Worker

Sonderwell; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Brain Injury Support Worker, where you will deliver essential support and care to a client with a brain injury. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive and friendly working environment. Qualifications include previous caregiving experience and a valid UK driver's license, along with a compassionate approach to caring.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar caregiving role, particularly with brain injuries.
• Valid UK driving license is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to the client.
• Assist with daily living activities and medication administration.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Energetic nature

Job description

Location:Bishopsworth, Bristol
Hours:9am-6pm, 5 days per week (Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun – plus Mon & Wed cover for any AL)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to our client, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licenceand be willing to drive the client’s car.

About the Client:
Our client is in his 50s with a brain injury, following a bicycle accident. As a result, he has poor memory and requires support with taking his medication however, has full mobility.

He likes to have a laugh, so we are keen to find team members with great sense of humours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany client in the community, including bowling and out for food.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, preferably with brain injury experience and challenging behaviours.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
• Great sense of humour.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

#Libertatem

The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do.

The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

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