Brain Injury Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Female Brain Injury Support Worker in Southport. This role involves supporting clients with reduced mobility and complex needs, providing both personal care and emotional support. Applicants must have prior experience, a UK driver's license, and a compassionate approach to enhance client independence.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

Regular supervisions and check-ins

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
• Ability to deal with challenging behaviors.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with personalized routines.
• Completing daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate nature

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Dealing with challenging behaviors

Job description

We have an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Female Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team in Southport, Lancashire.

Our client has reduced mobility with pain & shortness of breath, dysphasia, loss of hearing, as well as other psychological and cognitive symptoms. Due to this, there is a reduced functional capacity with activities and daily living.

The successful applicant will need to have experience in brain injury support. Due to the responsibilities surrounding the care, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full UK driver’s license and access to their own vehicle.

Pay Rate: £16.22 per hour

Working Hours:

Monday (either 5pm – 8pm or 6pm – 9pm)

Alternate Saturdays 10am – 4pm

Flexibility to pick up other shifts as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with personalized routines.
• Completing daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.
• Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in clients’ conditions.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members for comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
• Ability to deal with challenging behaviors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Regular supervisions and check-ins.
• Both online and in-person training.

Training & Background Checks: An enhanced DBS check & full training will be provided prior to starting work with our client. Support will be provided by our clinical lead nurse for the area.

Our Safeguarding Commitment: Libertatem Healthcare Group recognises the importance of working together to prevent risks and abuse, promoting wellbeing and respecting individuals' views and wishes, guided by six key safeguarding principles.

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Libertatem Healthcare

The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the best care and support for clients with Personal Injuries or Medical Negligence. Operating nationally, our packages focus on client independence. Rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission, we are a registered provider with CIW in Wales.