Complex Care Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Complex Care Support Worker to provide essential care for a retired Army Officer in Shrewsbury. This rewarding role involves assisting with personal care, medication management, and engaging in activities that enhance the gentleman's quality of life. You'll be part of a supportive team, receiving ongoing training and supervision to develop your skills in complex care. If you have a kind heart and a positive attitude, this opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Ongoing training and development

Regular supervision and feedback

Qualifications

• Must be kind, caring, and patient with a flexible attitude.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex care needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to a gentleman with complex needs.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and activities at home and outside.

Skills

Kindness

Caring

Patience

Attention to detail

Observation skills

Flexibility

Education

Experience in complex care

Tools

Molift

Electric wheelchair

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding and meaningful career in complex care? Do you have the skills and compassion to support a gentleman with complex support needs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Complex Care Support Worker.

About the role

As a Complex Care Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to a 79-year-old gentleman who lives with his family in Shrewsbury, Oswestry. He is a retired Army Officer who enjoys watching films, engaging in interesting conversations, and has a good sense of humour. Additionally, he needs assistance with personal care/continence needs, medication, PEG feeding, and activities inside and outside of the home. He lives with a spinal injury affecting mobility, coordination, strength, and sensation. He uses a Molift and electric wheelchair and is independent while in his wheelchair.

You will work with a friendly and supportive team of professionals who will help you develop your skills and knowledge in complex care. You will also have the opportunity to build a trusting and respectful relationship with the gentleman and his family, who are very hands-on and helpful. You will support him with activities in and outside of the home, depending on his condition and preferences.

A Registered Nurse will support competency assessment and ongoing supervision.

Benefits for the Role

Excellent rates of pay: Week Days - £13.00 per hour... Weekend Days - £13.30 per hour.

We offer various hours and roster patterns, which can be discussed at the interview. We provide a competitive salary, as well as benefits such as paid holiday, pension scheme, and employee discounts. We also provide ongoing training and development opportunities, as well as regular supervision and feedback.

Skills and Qualifications required for the role

To be successful in this role, you will need to be kind, caring, and patient. You will also need to work independently and as part of a team, and have a flexible and positive attitude. Good attention to detail and observation skills are essential, as well as the ability to recognize when the gentleman is in pain or needs assistance. You should have some experience in supporting individuals with complex care needs, or be willing to undergo training and supervision.

You will also need to work every other weekend as part of your rota.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply online by clicking the link below. You will need to provide your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

About Radis

Established in 2001, Radis has grown to become a leading provider of community-based social care and support for thousands of vulnerable adults and children in England and Wales, focused on supporting people to live independently in their own homes and as part of their local communities.

We care for a range of service users including the elderly and people with physical and/or learning disabilities. Tailored to meet our service users’ individual needs, our care ranges from brief daily visits to 24-hour live-in care and can either be short or long-term.

Radis Community Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer that welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

• To apply for this role, you must have the right to live and work in the UK. We will request evidence of your immigration status as part of our recruitment process.