NeuroSupport Services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants with a background in Brain Injury and Mental Health experience to support service users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and enable people to optimize independence and quality of life.
We are looking for psychology graduates, support workers, and healthcare assistants or suitable candidates who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and in helping service users access the community. We seek candidates that are confident in working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.
THIS IS A UK BASED POSITION
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, IT IS MANDATORY THAT:
* You have UK work experience as a support worker or in a similar role.
* Your CV clearly shows your relevant experience related to the position you are applying for.
* Experience in brain injury support.
* A full clean UK driving license and access to a car you can use for work.
Job Title: Female Support Worker
Location: Wolverhampton, WV10
Hourly Rate: £12.50 - £14 per hour depending on experience.
Driver Essential? Yes
Gender Preference: This role is open to female applicants only.
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours:
Tuesday: 14:00 - 20:00
Thursday: 14:00 - 20:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 19:00
About You - Essential Experience:
Our client is a 15-year-old male who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a road traffic incident. His family is seeking a female support worker with experience in supporting young people with brain injuries, and experience of working with a full MDT, attending MDT meetings, and taking detailed notes at these. Any tasks and activities recommended at these meetings will be supported by the support worker.
The successful candidate must possess a current and valid driving license, as the client will need to be escorted to his physio and medical appointments. The client also requires support with accessing the local community and maintaining his social life and interests, including horse riding.
Successful Candidates Will:
* Have access to full training, including Brain Injury Awareness Training.
* CPD opportunities.
* Be subject to a full enhanced DBS.
* Receive a competitive hourly rate.
* Gain experience working with an MDT.
Successful Candidate Attributes:
Abilities, Skills & Behaviours:
* A genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through a positive attitude and work practices.
* The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member.
* Willingness to participate in continuing professional development.
* Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs.
* Excellent punctuality, reliability, and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives.
* Caring, friendly, and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships.
* Ability to remain calm and collected in difficult and pressurized situations.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Able to demonstrate good organizational and time management skills.
* Basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel).
* Have at least six months of experience working in a support worker role or similar in the past three years.
* Must have a full UK driving license and access to your own car.
* Have experience in the field of psychology.
* Willing to become self-employed.
Benefits of Working for NeuroSupport Services:
* Full enhanced DBS.
* Liability insurance.
* Yearly mandatory training.
* Food/drink shift allowance.
* Partial mileage and travel time covered.
* Flexible working to meet your own requirements.
We offer flexible work patterns - full-time, part-time, ad-hoc, and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any lifestyle!
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