Cerebral Palsy Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de soins recherche un supporteur de handicap pour fournir un soutien 24h/24 à une jeune femme active ayant des besoins spécifiques. Ce rôle nécessite une expérience en soins complexes, des compétences de communication et une nature empathique. Vous bénéficierez d'un environnement de travail soutenant avec des opportunités de développement professionnel.

Benefits

Environnement de travail amical

Opportunités de développement professionnel et de formation

Supervisions régulières

Formation en ligne et en personne

Qualifications

• Expérience précédente dans un rôle similaire, de préférence en soins complexes.
• Capacité à gérer des comportements difficiles.
• Nature patiente et empathique.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et en équipe.

Responsibilities

• Engager avec des routines personnalisées.
• Compléter les activités de la vie quotidienne, y compris l'hygiène personnelle.
• Administrer des médicaments et surveiller des états de santé.
• Fournir un soutien émotionnel et de la compagnie.

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

We have an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Female Cerebral Palsy Support Worker to join our team in Chippenham, Wiltshire.

Our client, who is in her mid-twenties is a very active, fun-loving young lady that enjoys doing various activities throughout the week. She communicates using a mix of speech and Makaton (sign language), though she hears and understands spoken word perfectly and makes herself understood. She would love to become an active member of her local community. Our client requires 2:1 support during the day and 1:1 support during the night so we are looking to put together a great team.

The successful support worker will be a part of a team delivering 24/7 care. The shifts will include waking days & sleeping nights. We will always aim to produce a rolling rota so you can see your shifts a month in advance.

Please note the successful support worker will need to have a full UK drivers license with access to their own vehicle.

Pay Rate:

£15 - £16 per hour

Working Hours:

24 hour shifts (including weekends)

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.