Complex Care Support Worker

Sonderwell; Attleborough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Complex Care Support Worker, specializing in personalized care for a young woman with complex needs. Ideal candidates will be compassionate and adaptable, providing essential support and companionship while ensuring safety and well-being through dedicated care.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly environment

Opportunities for training

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in care is desirable but full training is provided.
• Knowledge of wheelchair accessible routes and venues.
• Flexibility to work specified hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Complex Care Support Worker

Location: Norfolk

Hours: 24-hour shifts - 12-hour day (8am-8pm), plus a sleeping night (8pm-8am), 7 days per week available.

Pay: £14.50 per hour weekdays, £15.50 per hour weekend days, plus sleeping night rate.

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, adaptable, and reliable female support worker to join our team and provide tailored support to a female in her late 20s with complex needs.

Note: Due to role responsibilities, a full UK driving license is required.

About the Client:

Our client is a 28-year-old female with severe epilepsy, autism, and learning disabilities. She has a gastrostomy, feeding tube, and PEG for medication. She requires oral suctioning and medication to control seizures. Support with toileting, washing, and dressing is also needed.

Her favorite activities include baking, jigsaw puzzles, walks, dining out, swimming, and going to the beach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized care and support.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal prep, and household duties.
• Administer medication via PEG, perform oral suctioning, and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany the client in the community.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records and report changes in the client's condition.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members.

Requirements:

• Experience in care is desirable but full training is provided.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic.
• Knowledge of wheelchair accessible routes, transport, and venues.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly environment.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

Join Libertatem Healthcare, rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission, as part of our commitment to providing excellent care and support.

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