Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Spinal Injury Support Worker to join our team in Llandudno Wales. The successful candidates must be flexible and able to cover all shift patterns on a planned rota basis. The client cannot be left alone. Therefore, covering colleagues annual leave and absences is required.
Main duties of the job
The Spinal Injury Support Worker will be responsible for engaging with personalised routines inclusive of hoists, supporting independence and continued rehabilitation, managing neurogenic bladder and bowel care, completing daily living activities, administering medication, providing emotional support, and maintaining accurate records of care.
About us
The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client's independence at the very centre of everything we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Spinal Injury Support Worker to join our team in Llandudno Wales. The successful candidates must be flexible and able to cover all shift patterns on a planned rota basis. The client cannot be left alone. Therefore, covering colleagues annual leave and absences is required.
Pay Rate: ££ per day
Working Hours:
12hr shifts from Monday-Sunday
Days 8am-8pm
Waking nights 8pm-8am
Key Responsibilities:
1. Engaging with personalised routines inclusive of hoists.
2. Supporting Independence and continued rehabilitation
3. Management of neurogenic bladder - care of urethral/ suprapubic catheter or through use of intermittent catheterisation.
4. Management of neurogenic bowel – undertaking bowel care regime as defined in the care and support plan- this may include Digital Rectal Examination, Digital Rectal Stimulation, Digital Rectal removal of faeces, insertion of suppositories or enema, use of bowel irrigation system.
5. Completing daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
6. Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.
7. Providing emotional support and companionship.
8. Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in clients’ conditions.
9. Collaborating with a range of healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
Requirements:
10. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
11. To be able to deal with challenging behaviours.
12. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
13. Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
14. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
15. Flexibility to work the specified hours.
16. Drivers license with own car
Benefits:
17. Opportunities for professional development and training.
18. Regular supervisions and Check Ins
19. Extensive training
20. Weekly Pay
21. Holiday Pay
Training & Background Checks: An enhanced DBS check & full training will be provided prior to commencing work with our client and you will also be supported by our clinical lead nurse for the area.
Our Safeguarding Commitment: Libertatem Healthcare Group recognise the benefits of people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, whilst balancing the right to be safe with the right to make informed choices. At the same time, making sure that adult’s and children’s wellbeing is promoted including taking into consideration their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. With this in mind, we will work to adhere to the six key principles that underpin all safeguarding work.
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Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre 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. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
22. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care, ability to deal with challenging behaviours, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, compassionate and empathetic nature, ability to work independently and as part of a team, flexibility to work the specified hours, and a driver's license with own car.