(REF: 307) Support Worker – Cardigan

Case Management Cymru Ltd.; Cardigan; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance 45p per mile

DBS check included

Induction and training provided

Job summary

Case Management Cymru Ltd. is seeking a dedicated carer to support a private client in Cardigan. You will assist with personal care, help the client stay active in interests and navigate daily life, while coordinating with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Applicants should be calm, patient, reliable and consistent, enjoy getting to know the client, and participate in decisions to promote independence. DBS check and full induction provided.

Qualifications

• Be able to drive and have use of a car.
• Willing to transport the client using the client’s vehicle.
• Has experience supporting someone with a brain injury (desirable).
• Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care as part of the role.
• Support the client to access the community and enjoy interests.
• Work with the rehabilitation team including physiotherapist, occupational therapist and neuropsychologist.
• Be a positive, consistent part of the care team to maintain quality of life.

Skills

Calm

Patience

Reliability

Consistency

Empathy

Good sense of humour

Communication

Job description

I am 47 years old and live independently in my own home in Cardigan. I have an acquired brain injury, and I am a wheelchair user. I have an established team of carers who support me with my daily life and with accessing the community. I enjoy getting out and about and like being driven to different places of interest. My main hobbies are fishing, photography and gardening, and I value being supported to continue with the things that matter to me.I am looking for people who are calm, patient, reliable and consistent. I appreciate staff who take the time to get to know me, have a good sense of humour, and can encourage and motivate me without putting pressure on me. It is important that I am involved in decisions, that my choices are respected, and that I am supported to maintain as much independence as possible.You will be joining my established care team and working alongside the professionals involved in my rehabilitation, including my Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and Neuropsychologist. I am looking for someone who can become a positive, consistent part of my team and support me to enjoy my interests and maintain a good quality of life.Assistance with personal care will be required as part of the role. This role is subject to and enhanced level DBS check. Full induction and training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Be able to drive and have use of a car.
• Willing to transport the client using the client’s vehicle.

DESIRABLE INFORMATION

• Has experience supporting an individual with a brain injury.
• Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Top Reasons to Apply:

• Above the industry average for pay.
• Mileage rate – 45p per mile.
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference).
• Great opportunity for professional development.
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team.
• Bespoke client induction and training.
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager.