Male Support Worker

NeuroSupport services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise 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 also willing to provide support in helping service users access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with 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 IN A SIMILAR ROLE * YOUR CV CLEARLY SHOWS YOUR RELEVENT EXPERIENCE WHICH RELATES TO THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR. * EXPERIENCE IN BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT * A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND ACCESS TO A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORK Job Title: Support Worker Location: ST7 2JH, Alsager (near Stoke-on-Trent) Hourly Rate: £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience. Driver Essential? Yes Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Wednesday: 17:00pm – 21:00pm Friday: 17:00pm – 21:00pm Saturday: 14:00pm – 22:00pm* *Weekend work will be alternative weeks/not every week On occasion (probably once per month) – Sleep-in shift (17:00pm – 08:00am the next morning) About you-Essential Experience: Our client is seeking a support worker to assist him in participating in social activities, both within the home and in the community. This will involve assisting with transfers, eating, drinking and toileting, and working alongside the independent occupational therapist and physiotherapist. Ideally, we are looking for someone enthusiastic and physically active, who enjoys participating in meals out, pop concerts, and is willing to offer occasional sleep-in shifts, when required, which may include overnight stays (nightclubs, weekends away or providing respite to the client’s family). About our client: Our client is a 24 year old male, that is looking for someone to assist him in accessing the community, and participating in daily activities, both within the home and in the community. The client has cerebral palsy, affecting all four limbs, and is a wheelchair user. Due to the client’s mobility difficulties, there are some challenges involved when transferring him in/out of his wheelchair. However, training will be provided. The successful candidate will need to be confident in driving and operating a large wheelchair accessible vehicle. Successful Candidates will: * Have access to full Training – including Brain Injury Awareness Training * CPD opportunities * Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS * Competitive Hourly Rate * Gain Experience working with an MDT Successful candidate attributes: Abilities, Skills & Behaviours * A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through 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 collective in a difficult and pressurised situation * Good verbal and written communication skills * Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills * Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel) * Have at least six months experience of 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 life style