Male/Female Support Worker

THIS IS A UK BASED POSITION. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT:

1. You have UK work experience, with at least 6 months experience working as a support worker, or in a similar position.
2. Your CV clearly shows your relevant experience and qualifications.
3. Experience with Brain Injury Support is advantageous
4. A full clean UK driver licence and access to a car that you're able to use for work purposes.

NSS PLUS LTD-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 acquired Brain Injuries. 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 our clients access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently, and providing empirical feedback where necessary.

Job Title: 2x Support Workers
Location: Goole, DN14
Hourly Rate: £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience.
Driver Essential? Yes
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours:

28 hours per week - actual days/times to be discussed on successful appointment

About you-Essential Experience:

- The right candidate will be a driver, with experience working with individuals with challenging behaviour.
- Experience with brain injury is preferred but not essential.
- Knowledge of how to use a Sara Stedy (active hoist) and drive a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle would be preferred.
- The ability to listen and follow instructions to the letter are essential qualities for this role.

About our client:

Our client is a 50-year-old male, who has an acquired brain injury. The client requires support with all aspects of personal care, moving and handling, and support with accessing therapy appointments and day-to-day activities.
He can manage some elements of his routine himself, with support from his support workers. The required activities include, but are not limited to:
- Support with some elements of personal care.
- Support with some elements transfers.
- Driving the client to and from appointments.
- Supporting the client with accessing social and leisure opportunities.
- Building a trusting working relationship with the client.
- Support with some mealtimes.

Successful Candidates will:

• Have access to full online yearly Training
• Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS
• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Gain Experience working with an MDT
• Liability Insurance
• Food/Drink shift Allowance
• Partial Mileage and Travel time covered
• Flexible working to meet your own requirements

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 is advantageous
• Willing to become self-employed

We offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style!