Cerebral Palsy Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A passionate individual is sought for the role of Support Worker in Bristol, assisting a young client with cerebral palsy. The successful candidate will work flexible shifts, offering care and companionship while positively impacting the client's daily life.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Regular supervisions and check-ins

Both online and in-person training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with personalised routines.
• Assisting with care programme.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team in Bristol, Somerset. We are looking for a support worker to work a mix of days and waking nights with a young individual who has cerebral palsy. Our client is a bubbly individual that loves engaging with books, playing games and getting outside.

For this role you must be able to drive as well as have access to your own vehicle.

Working Hours:

You will be a part of a team delivering care – this role will be 3-4 shifts per week.

8:30pm - 7:30am (Waking Nights)

Day shift - 3 days per week (Monday - Sunday) (Flexible on days)

4pm -8pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with personalised routines.
• Assisting with care programme.
• Assisting with household cleaning.
• 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.
• 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.