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 POSTION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS MANADORTORY THAT: * YOU HAVE UK WORK EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE * YOUR CV CLEARLY SHOWS YOUR RELEVENT EXPRIENCE 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: Manea, Cambridgeshire PE15 Hourly Rate: GBP12-GBP14 per hour depending on experience. Driver Essential? Yes Gender Preference:This role is open to *Male* applicants only. Start Date: ASAP Days Hours: Saturday: 12:00pm - 18:00pm The hours may increase eventually but, to start with, the client #39;s parents just require help on a Saturday afternoon. About you-Essential Experience: PA/Support Worker, with experience and understanding of visual impairment and brain injury, children rsquo;s epilepsy, to be able to notice the signs of seizures, and if required, have the relevant training to be able to administer buccal midazolam. About our client: The client suffered Hypoglycaemia at birth which resulted in brain injury, developmental delay, slow processor, visual impairment and Epilepsy. Required activities: * To take client to cinema, bowling, pizza, and walks. * Must be interested in gaming. * Help with some homework as the time increases. 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