Support Worker

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Support Worker to work with a male with complex needs.

We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide compassionate care and assistance to this individuals needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience in patient care, medication administration, and supporting individuals with complex needs in a care setting.

Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals under your care

- To act as a guide to the person who has an acquired brain injury
- Administer medications following prescribed guidelines. Administration through clients peg.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
- Transport clients to appointments or outings as needed using clients own car
- Document client progress and any changes in their condition

- assist with ordering of medication, food, dressings and completing stock checks

Experience:
- Previous experience in senior care, patient support, or related fields is preferred
- Knowledge of medication administration protocols
- Familiarity with providing care in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care settings is a plus
- Valid driver's license for transportation needs

Skills:

- Experience in providing care, particularly in working with complex needs

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Compassionate and patient demeanour

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Ability to use technology in order to complete daily logs and records

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Day range: Monday – Sunday

Shift: day shifts are 9am-5pm night shifts are 1.30pm-11pm sleep 7am-9.30am

Education: NVQ in health and social care

Experience: support work minimum 1 year (required)

Language: English (required)

Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute: Rainhill (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £10.50-£12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

• Homecare

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• support work: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CMC