Paediatric Complex Care Support Worker

Enviva Complex Care; Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking compassionate support workers to provide tailored assistance to a 5-year-old boy in Bromley with complex medical needs. Responsibilities include personal care, administering medication, and offering emotional support. Candidates must have experience with pediatric care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. A valid UK driver's license is required, and a supportive working environment is provided.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role working with pediatric clients is essential.
• Experience with complex needs including PEG and seizures is desirable.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Experience with pediatric clients

Excellent communication skills

Empathetic nature

Knowledge of wheelchair-friendly routes

Job description

Overview

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated support workers to join our team and provide tailored support to our new client in Bromley. The role involves delivering personalized care and support to a 5-year-old boy with complex medical needs, including global developmental delay, dystonia, and neonatal seizures.

Location, Hours and Pay

Location: Bromley

Hours: 8am-8pm, Mon-Fri

Pay: £16.90 per hour weekdays

About the Client

Our client is a 5-year-old boy with global developmental delay, dystonia and neonatal seizures due to complications at birth. His mobility is severely limited, even with the use of assistive technology. He is PEG fed and medicated. The family have a dog, so applicants must be comfortable working with pets.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
• Administer medication 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 in a similar role working with paediatric clients is essential
• Experience with complex needs, including PEG and seizures, desirable, although 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
• DBS check will be paid for

Benefits

• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility. #libertatem

About Libertatem Healthcare

The Libertatem Healthcare Group was established to provide high-quality care and support for clients who have sustained personal injuries or suffered medical negligence. We operate nationally and place the client’s independence at the center 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.

Disclosures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous convictions.