Independent Living Rehab Support Worker

Head First Ltd; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Head First Ltd is seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker in the Peacehaven area to provide one-to-one support to a young man with brain injury. The role covers weekdays and bank opportunities with 24-hour shift patterns, including sleep-ins.

You will help with daily routines, rehabilitation goals and community engagement while working within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be patient, organised and reliable, with strong communication skills and a commitment to promoting

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and motivated.
• Organised, proactive and reliable.
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Committed to promoting independence and person-centred support.
• Confident communicator.
• Driver with a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, planning and organisation.
• Assist with rehabilitation goals set by therapists and the multidisciplinary team.
• Encourage independence and confidence in everyday activities.
• Support community access, social activities and meaningful engagement.
• Assist with cooking, shopping, attending appointments and maintaining the home environment.
• Accompany the client to the gym, cycling activities and social outings.
• Work collaboratively with therapists, family members and other support staff.
• Provide a reliable, positive and encouraging presence that promotes wellbeing and rehabilitation.
• Full training will be provided to support the client's complex health needs, including Addison's disease management and emergency injections when clinically indicated.

Job description

Head First Ltd is seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker in the Peacehaven area to provide one-to-one support to a young man with brain injury. The role covers weekdays and bank opportunities with 24-hour shift patterns, including sleep-ins.

You will help with daily routines, rehabilitation goals and community engagement while working within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be patient, organised and reliable, with strong communication skills and a commitment to promoting