(REF 311) Rehabilitation Support Worker – Porthcawl

Case Management Cymru Ltd; Porthcawl; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance 45p per mile

Enhanced DBS check provided

Job summary

Case Management Cymru Ltd in Porthcawl is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a client with a brain injury to live independently at home. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide companionship, support daily tasks, and encourage participation in community activities.

You will be required to cover short-notice sickness and holidays and will receive full induction and Enhanced DBS clearance.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive and have access to a car.
• Experience of supporting a person with a brain injury.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support client with cooking, managing the home and exploring local activities.
• Assist with day-to-day living to promote independence.
• Be flexible to cover sickness absence or annual leave of other workers.
• Attend to DBS checks and induction as part of onboarding.

Skills

Driving

Car ownership

Brain injury experience

Team player

Job description

I’m a 38-year-old lady who sustained a brain injury following an accident whilst serving in the RAF. I have recently relocated to Porthcawl and need support from my Team Leader, Rehabilitation Workers and parents to live independently in my own property.I use a wheelchair and together with my physiotherapist, I’m working on my strength to assist my mobility further. I’m a very determined lady and am looking for likeminded people to aid my rehabilitation further. I enjoy the company of others, have a good sense of humour, enjoy going out into the community, visiting the cinema and going shopping.I have some physical difficulties and currently receive input from an occupational therapist, neuropsychologist and a physiotherapist. I can communicate verbally providing you give me the time I need to express myself.I would like my rehab workers to be warm, patient and reliable, to encourage and support me to access all opportunities along with completing therapy tasks as prescribed by my therapist team, thus, helping me to maximise my quality of life.You will play a key part in helping to develop my day-to-day activities. There may be occasions where you need to work at short notice to cover sickness absence or annual leave of other workers. You may also need to support me to have short breaks and holidays. Most importantly, you will support me with cooking, managing my house and exploring sports/rehab/activities in the area.This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check.Full induction and training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION To join me as a Support Worker you will need to:

• Be able to drive and have use of a car.
• Drive the family vehicle.
• Have e xperience of supporting a person with a brain injury.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.

Also, 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