Brain Injury Support Worker

Sonderwell; Wokingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sonderwell is hiring a compassionate Brain Injury Support Worker in Wokingham to provide high-quality care to a male client in his 20s. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities and providing emotional support, while required qualifications include a full UK driving license and relevant experience. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience with brain injury and non-verbal communication preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to the client.
• Assist with daily living activities and accompany the client to appointments.
• Monitor and reorder medication.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

• Brain Injury Support Worker
  
  Location: Wokingham
  Hours: 1 x weekday shift & waking night shift
  
  1 x weekend day shift & waking night shift
  
  Pay: £16 - £17.50 per hour depending on shift.
  
  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 licence and be willing to drive the client's car.
  
  About the Client:
  Our client is a male in his 20's with a brain injury. He has pet cats, so support workers must be comfortable working around them.
  
  There is minimal manual handling as he is mobile, whilst slightly unsteady.
  
  You will work 2:1, alongside a detailed behaviour management plan, reviewed by a psychologist monthly.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
  • Assist with daily living activities, including accompanying client in the community and taking client to appointments.
  • Monitoring and re-ordering medication.
  • 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 and non-verbal experience with used of sign language.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
  • 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.
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• About You
• About Us
• Libertatem Healthcare
  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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