Brain Injury Support Worker (Maternity Cover Starting in January 2025)

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is looking for a passionate and dedicated Brain Injury Support Worker in Coventry, starting January 2025. The role involves supporting a client with physical limitations and requires a UK Drivers License. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and have previous experience in complex care.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Regular supervisions and Check Ins

Training provided

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with appointments and daily living activities.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Engage with personalized routines and provide emotional support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Job description

We have an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team in Coventry, West Midlands starting in January 2025. Please note this role is a maternity cover.

Our client is in his forties and we are looking for a support worker to assist him with appointments as well as supporting with the care that is required. Our client has physical limitations as well as memory processing & confidence issues.

Due to the responsibilities required, we are only able to consider applicants who hold a full UK Drivers License.

Pay Rate:£15 per hour

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with personalised 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 a range of healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
• To be able to deal with challenging behaviours.
• 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 commencing work with our client and you will also be supported by our clinical lead nurse for the area.

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 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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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.