Job Overview
*Please note Rebound Care and Support is not a UK Visa Sponsor*
Rebound Care and Support are seeking to recruit flexible experienced Brain injury support workers to support our client during the nights. Our client is a male who is in his early 20’s. He sustained traumatic brain injury when he was 12 years old. He sustained frontal lobe injury, therefore experience in managing behaviours and de-escalating potential triggers will be desirable.
Our client lives in Ashford, and you will be working on 2:1 basis (second support worker will be asleep). The role will focus on providing personalised support to enhance his independence, structure, respecting boundaries, wellbeing and community engagement.
Due to the client needs we are seeking for males only, who can drive and have access to their own vehicle.
Hours
Mon – Sun 20:00 - 08:00
Pay
Mon – Sat 20:00 - 08:00 - £222.00 per shift
Sun - 20:00 - 08:00 - £240 per shift
Responsibilities
- Following personalised support plans and risk assessments
- Assist individuals in accessing community to improve their quality of life.
- Support individuals in setting and achieving their personal goals.
- Provide guidance and support to the client , ensuring best practices and a person-centered approach.
- Assist with medication management and help service users attend health appointments.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping of all support provided, maintaining professional and respectful documentation.
Experience
- We are looking for supportive, patient and committed team members to provide the care during the day and evening. The Ideal candidates will need to have experience in working with BI clients, challenging behaviour, attention to detail and have a can-do attitude.
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.
Benefits
· Extensive training
· Regular supervisions
· Annual appraisal
· Weekly Pay
· Holiday pay
We invite passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of others to apply for this rewarding role as a Support Worker.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £18.50-£20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Application question(s):
- Access to your own vehicle at all times?
Experience:
- Brain injury: 1 year (required)
- Challenging behaviour: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- NVQ level 2 (preferred)
- Prevention and management of violence and aggression cert. (required)
Work Location: In person