Health support worker

The Cambian Group; Halifax; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Halifax is seeking a Health Support Worker for Deaf Services. This full-time role involves supporting young adults with hearing impairments and planning their care and activities. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, willing to learn British Sign Language, and committed to providing exceptional care within a residential setting. The position offers ongoing training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn British Sign Language (BSL).
• Experience in care or support roles is beneficial.
• Ability to work with young adults with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care to young adults in a residential setting.
• Facilitate social activities and assist in travel.
• Prepare care and meal plans.

Skills

Understanding of BSL

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Health Support Worker - Deaf Services

Full time shift pattern – A shift starts at 10.00 in the morning until 11.00pm whereby a sleep-in rate is then paid until 7.00. The shift then continues from 7.00 until 10.30.

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Residential Support Worker to join our team within one of our residential homes based in Halifax / Doncaster. We provide residential care for young adults between the ages of 16+ who are either profoundly deaf, have significant hearing loss and/or complex needs. Residents who are deaf or hard of hearing often cope with communication difficulties in everyday life situations. You will overcome this with training, support and supervision that The Cambian Group will provide.

Responsibilities

No day will be the same but amongst other things you will be responsible for providing support and care to each individual which includes such things as travel with the residents (use of the company car), care planning, meal planning, organising and facilitating social activities and maintaining the home. You will be comfortable liaising with parents and professionals.

Requirements

Understand, or willingness to learn, BSL (British Sign Language).

Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time.

Who are we?

We are the Cambian group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them.

The Cambian Group are an equal opportunities employer.