Brain Injury Support Worker (Copy)

Sonderwell; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare support organization is seeking a support worker to assist a gentleman in Bury St. Edmunds. The role involves providing care, engaging in personal routines, and supporting with daily activities. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a compassionate nature. Pay ranges from £16.00 to £18.00 per hour, with 24 hours of work over two days.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with people and providing care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and engaging with personalized routines.
• Administering medication and monitoring health.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy and compassion

Ability to engage with clients

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

• Come join Our Team!
  
  We have an excellent opportunity for a support worker to work alongside our client in Bury St. Edmonds, Suffolk.
  
  Our client is a gentleman in his 50's who lives in his own accommodation with 24 hour care, he enjoys photography and film, likes motorbikes, sailing and has recently started to cook his own meals with the support of his care team. Due to an acquired brain injury he has speech and language issues and requires support with mobility (though he is mobile), medication, accessing the community and attending appointments, alongside day to day needs around environment and cooking. He has been known to suffer with seizures but has not had one since 2022, he also has an extensive daily physio program which is supported by a physiotherapist at his residence.
  
  Due to the clients support needs the successful candidate can be either female or male, will need to be a non-smoker, have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, be a clear communicator in English, be comfortable working alongside a very engaged family, be physically capable and a confident cook. They will also need to possess the softer skills of being a clear communicator with the motivation and ability to engage the client to build a solid, supporting relationship.
  
  Pay: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour
  
  Hours: 24 hours per week over two days (08:00 - 20:00 with sleep-ins)
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  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, we provide our clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our packages put our client's independence at the very centre of everything we do.
  • Supporting, and engaging with personalised routines inclusive of hoists.
  • 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 a range of healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
  Requirements:
  • A genuine passion for working with people and providing care.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
  • Reliability, commitment, and flexibility.
  • Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
  • To be able to deal with challenging behaviours.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  Libertatem's care philosophy is based on independence, communication and our people, we're dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible support and our people with the tools to achieve it. If you are looking for a rewarding role, where you can make a real difference in someone's life, we would love to hear from you. For more information contact [email protected]
  
  #Libertatem
• About You
• About Us
• Our Safeguarding Commitment
  
  Libertatem Healthcare Group recognise the benefits of people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, whilst balancing the right to be safe with the right to make informed choices. At the same time, making sure that both adult's and children's wellbeing is promoted including taking into consideration their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. With this in mind, we will work to adhere to the six key principles that underpin all safeguarding work.

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