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Brain Injury Support Worker

The Care Network

Whitchurch

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Part time

21 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Female Brain Injury Support Worker to provide essential support to a young client in Whitchurch. This rewarding role involves engaging with personalized routines, assisting with daily living activities, and offering emotional support. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to handle challenging behaviors. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and training. If you are passionate about making a difference in someone's life, this position offers a fulfilling experience.

Benefits

Supportive Working Environment
Opportunities for Professional Development
Regular Supervisions
Training Provided

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
  • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.

Responsibilities

  • Engaging with personalised routines.
  • Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.
  • Providing emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Communication Skills
Empathy
Ability to Handle Challenging Behaviours
Teamwork

Education

Experience in Complex Care

Job description

We have an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Female Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team in Whitchurch, Shropshire. Our client is in her late teens and, after suffering a road traffic accident in her infancy, she struggles with executive function, processing, memory, attention, fatigue, and mood problems. Despite this, she is a very active young lady who loves horses.

The successful applicant will need to be comfortable with horses and know how to swim. A full UK driver's license and access to their own vehicle are also required.

Pay Rate: £15-16 per hour

Working Hours:

1 afternoon per week, 2pm – 6pm

Alternate Saturdays, 10am – 4pm

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Engaging with personalised routines.
  2. Completing daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
  3. Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.
  4. Providing emotional support and companionship.
  5. Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in the client’s condition.
  6. Collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

  1. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
  2. Ability to handle challenging behaviours.
  3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  4. Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
  5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  6. Flexibility to work the specified hours.

Benefits:

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

Training & Background Checks:

An enhanced DBS check and full training will be provided prior to starting work with our client. You will also be supported by our clinical lead nurse for the area.

Our Safeguarding Commitment:

Libertatem Healthcare Group recognises the importance of working together to prevent and address risks of abuse or neglect, while respecting individuals’ rights to make informed choices. We adhere to six key safeguarding principles to promote wellbeing, considering the views, wishes, feelings, and beliefs of adults and children in all actions.

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