Complex Care Support Worker

NHS; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Complex Care Support Worker to provide tailored support for a young woman with complex needs including severe epilepsy and autism. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, administering medication, and providing emotional support. Training is available, but a relevant experience and a valid UK driver's license are required. The role offers a friendly work environment with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in care is desirable, training can be provided.
• Valid UK driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Administer medication via PEG and monitor health conditions.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Experience in care (desirable)

Job description

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. Their care and support packages put the client's independence at the very centre of everything they do.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for 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, including severe epilepsy, autism, and learning disabilities. The role involves delivering personalized care and support, assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, accompanying the client in the community, and providing emotional support and companionship.

About us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Job responsibilities

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.

We are looking for 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.

Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence.

About the Client: Our client is a 28-year-old female with severe epilepsy, autism & learning disabilities. She has a gastrostomy, a feeding tube and a PEG for medication. She requires oral suctioning and medication to control seizures.

She requires support with toileting, washing and dressing.

Her favourite activities include baking, jigsaw puzzles, walks, eating out in pubs and cafes, swimming and going to the beach.

Two friendly Labradors share the family home, so successful applicants must be comfortable in a household with dogs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation and household duties.
• Administer medication via PEG, oral suctioning and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany client in the community.
• 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 within care desirable, however full training can be provided.
• 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

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience within care is desirable, but full training can be provided. Applicants must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an energetic and empathetic nature, awareness of accessibility, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a valid UK driver\'s license.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.