Cerebral Palsy Support Worker

Libertatem Healthcare; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Libertatem Healthcare as a Cerebral Palsy Support Worker in Bedford. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential support to a young man with complex needs, promoting his independence and wellbeing. The position involves working in both family and community settings, ensuring personalized care and guidance.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Qualifications

• Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia, and Epilepsy desirable.
• Ability to support daily activities and promote independence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to the client.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

Experience in a similar role

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Complex Care Support Worker

Location: Bedford

Hours:12-hour day shifts and night shifts available.

Pay: £15.80 per hour weekdays

£16.80 per hour night shifts & Saturday day shift.

£17.80 per hour Sunday day shift.

Additional hours available for 2:1 support, including out in the community.

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 his support worker you will support this young man both within a busy family home and is community settings, helping him to lead a fulfilling life and achieve his personal goals, your role will be diverse.

Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence for the day shifts.

About The Client

Our client is a 20-year-old male with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Epilepsy and Dysphagia and he is wheel-chair dependant. He has an independent mindset and would like the respect and encouragement to make his own choices, however he needs carefully guided support for his safety and to remain focused on his goals. He is currently away at a specialist education college, due to return home June/July and is currently planning to attend a local further education college starting in September.

He likes cats and has two withing the family home, so team members must be comfortable with this. He also has an interest in trains & buses, cinema, music, church, olympics and balloons.

Key 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.
  
  

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 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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