Brain Injury Support Worker

NHS; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Brain Injury Support Worker to assist a young man with complex needs in Wokingham. The role involves providing personal care and support, administering medication, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, experience with disabilities is a plus, and a valid UK driver's license is essential. This position offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a family household is required.
• Experience with complex needs such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia and/or Epilepsy is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to the client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic nature

Flexibility

Job description

The Libertatem Healthcare Group 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. Their care and support packages put the client's independence at the very centre of everything they do.

Overview

Libertatem Healthcare Group is a registered provider with the Care Quality Commission, rated OUTSTANDING, and operates on a national basis to provide care and support services to clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.

Main duties of the job

The role of a Brain Injury Support Worker involves providing compassionate, dedicated, and reliable support to a young man with complex needs. The support worker will assist with daily living activities, administer medication, monitor health conditions, accompany the client in the community, provide emotional support, and collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care. The role requires experience in a similar position, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn about the client's specific needs, such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia, and/or Epilepsy.

Job 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 on 2:1 ratio.
• 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.

Job details

• Location: Enfield, Hertfordshire
• Hours: Days (10:00 - 15:00)
• Pay: £16.25 per hour weekdays; £18.25 per hour night shifts & Saturday day shift.

Additional notes: We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated, adaptable and reliable support worker to join our team and provide tailored support to a young man with complex needs. This rewarding role requires someone who can offer flexible support and make a positive difference in his life with daily activities, promoting independence and ensuring his physical and emotional wellbeing.

As her support worker you will support this client both within a busy home and a community setting, helping her to lead a fulfilling life and achieve her personal goals, your role will be diverse.

Due to the location of the role you must have a full UK driving licence.

Requirements

• Experience in a similar role, within a family household.
• Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia and/or Epilepsy desirable – or a willingness to learn!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
• Awareness of accessibility - knowledge of wheelchair friendly routes, transport and venues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license.

Benefits

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

#Libertatem Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, within a family household, is required. Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia and/or Epilepsy is desirable, or a willingness to learn. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an energetic and empathetic nature, awareness of accessibility, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are also required. A valid UK driver's license is essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.