Brain Injury Support Worker
Sonderwell
Date: 5 days ago
City: Wokingham
Contract type: Full time
Location: Wotton-Under-Edge
Hours: Mon, Tues & Wed – 10:30-13:30pm
Thurs – 08:30 -10:30am & 12:30 -14:30pm (taking client to appointments)
Additionally, our client requires telephone check ins 7 days a week at 9.30am, 6pm & 8.30pm This will require a five minute check in call to ask if meds have been taken only (Total of 1 hour 45 minutes per week).
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to our client, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.
Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence and be willing to drive the client’s car.
About The Client
Our client is in his 60s with a brain injury, following an injury at work. He has Epilepsy, which is well controlled, and he manages himself, as well as managing his own medication.
There are no clinical duties within this role and we are searching for a carer to take on a PA/Buddy role, supporting our client out in the community.
He enjoys fishing trips, so there may be ad-hoc additional hours for Support Workers to accompany him on 3-4 day trips.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Hours: Mon, Tues & Wed – 10:30-13:30pm
Thurs – 08:30 -10:30am & 12:30 -14:30pm (taking client to appointments)
Additionally, our client requires telephone check ins 7 days a week at 9.30am, 6pm & 8.30pm This will require a five minute check in call to ask if meds have been taken only (Total of 1 hour 45 minutes per week).
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Brain Injury Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to our client, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.
Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence and be willing to drive the client’s car.
About The Client
Our client is in his 60s with a brain injury, following an injury at work. He has Epilepsy, which is well controlled, and he manages himself, as well as managing his own medication.
There are no clinical duties within this role and we are searching for a carer to take on a PA/Buddy role, supporting our client out in the community.
He enjoys fishing trips, so there may be ad-hoc additional hours for Support Workers to accompany him on 3-4 day trips.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
- Assist with daily living activities, including accompanying client in the community and taking client to appointments.
- Telephone calls to check medication has been taken.
- Provide emotional support and companionship.
- Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
- Experience in a similar role, preferably with brain injury experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
- Interest in the outdoors – Fishing would be a bonus!
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work the specified hours.
- Valid UK driver's license.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- DBS paid for.
- Excellent training program.
- Blue Light Card eligibility.
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.
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