Support Worker

We are looking for a positive and motivated Support Worker to support our male adult client who has an acquired brain injury. He lives in his own home with his family and has complex care needs. He suffered a brain injury and as a result has physical and communication impairments. You will have with a commitment to promoting and maintaining an independent lifestyle.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills while delivering care for him in his own home

Shifts will be mostly day, evening and sleeping nights, with flexibility to cover additional shifts when required, 2:1 staff ratio is required.

The post therefore requires that you work as part of a team and to conduct yourself in a manner that is acceptable to the employer.

You will work closely with others, such as Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in providing the highest standards of health care.

He has an adapted vehicle to enable his carers to take him out in the community. It is important for a support worker to have a full driving licence.

You will be expected to maintain excellent levels of hygiene and implement any infection control measures. In order to do this PPE and training will be provided for you role.

Shifts: 36 Hour full time

12 hours shifts - Days/Nights

Responsibilities

• To establish and maintain a trusting, therapeutic, working relationship with client, family & case manager.
• To support the client in line with the Support Plan and therapy guidelines.
• To adhere to the Support Worker Code of Conduct, available at www.skilsforhealth.org.ukA copy will be provided to you as part of your induction.
• To promote, monitor, maintain and promote health, safety and security in the workplace.
• To promote effective communication with all parties.
• To perform a key role in the client’s rehabilitation by following therapists’ instructions and guidance. These will include Speech and Language, Physiotherapy, Neuropsychology, Occupational Therapy guidelines, music therapy and any other professional the client may be referred to.
• To contribute to the protection of individuals from abuse.
• To liaise with other agencies when required.
• To complete accurate daily records as advised including; time sheets, daily records, care plan summary and critical incidents, petty cash and therapy documents.
• To attend supervision, team meetings and other meetings with the employer and other persons as nominated by the employer.
• To attend training sessions as arranged and complete on-line mandatory training.
• Assistance with personal care routines.
• Maintain Client’s medical/dental appointments
• Assistance with transfers and changes of position.
• Assist Client practice using his communication devices.
• Continue to monitor Client’s general health status.
• Assist arrangements for irregular activities such as attendance at music events.
• Support Client with arrangements for a trip away/holiday with family/support.
• Continue assistance with planning and attendance of appointments.

About Northern Case Management

Northern Case Management (NCM) was established in 1997 to provide support to people with acquired neurological damage (i.e. brain and spinal cord injury) and empower them to develop their full potential and enrich their lifestyle through providing a comprehensive client focused service.

NCM work closely with the client and their family or representative to provide tailored support packages for clients in their own homes.

The client or their deputy can be the employer or NCM can be the employer.

What we offer you

• Competitive rates of pay
• Free DBS Certificate
• 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave
• Thorough paid induction and bespoke client specific training
• Free access to online mandatory training
• Regular supervision and appraisal
• Auto-enrolment into the Employer’s pension scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £13.00-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: One location