Care Support Worker in Manchester inManchester PUBLISHED TUE 26 NOV 2024 Jump to job information section
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Job description
County Carers are currently seeking a complex care support worker for one of our clients based in Astley/Manchester.
Our Client is a 22 years old Male who sustained a brain Injury around five years ago, he does struggle mentally with making day to day discissions. Our client likes to keep active and likes to play golf and go to the gym where he can, so someone active and willing to support him with this is very important. He very muchrelates to people who have a young mindset who he feels he can relate to. The suitable candidate for this role will need to have a drivers license and own their own car.
Requirements for the role:-
Our Client is a 22 years old Male who sustained a brain Injury around five years ago, he does struggle mentally with making day to day discissions. Our client likes to keep active and likes to play golf and go to the gym where he can, so someone active and willing to support him with this is very important. He very muchrelates to people who have a young mindset who he feels he can relate to. The suitable candidate for this role will need to have a drivers license and own their own car.
Requirements for the role:-
- Experience dealing with people with a Brain injury and challenging behaviours
- Driver with own car
- Active with a young mindset
- patient
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To work as a Care Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of specific skills, personal qualities, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes needed:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and relating to the feelings and experiences of those in your care.
3. Patience: Working with individuals who may have physical or mental challenges requires a calm and patient approach.
4. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and trusting relationships with clients, often involving sensitive personal matters.
5. Observational Skills: Noticing changes in a client’s condition or behavior, which is crucial for effective care.
6. Basic Health Care Knowledge: Understanding basic medical terminology and health care procedures.
7. Organizational Skills: Managing schedules, documentation, and care plans effectively.
8. Physical Stamina: The role often involves physical tasks such as lifting, moving, or assisting clients with mobility.
Additional Skills:
1. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to respond to unexpected situations or changes in a client’s condition.
2. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other health and social care professionals.
3. Cultural Competence: Respecting and understanding diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
4. Time Management: Prioritizing tasks effectively to provide adequate care to multiple clients.
Personal Qualities:
- Reliability and Dependability: Being consistent and trustworthy in your role.
- Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional challenges of the job.
- Flexibility: Adaptability to changing situations and client needs.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always essential, having a relevant qualification can improve your job prospects:
- Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care (levels 2 and 3) can be beneficial.
- Care Certificate: Many employers require completion of the Care Certificate, which covers essential skills and knowledge for care workers.
- First Aid and CPR Training: Sometimes required by employers.
- Specialized Training: Depending on the client group you’ll be working with (e.g., dementia care, disability support), additional training may be advantageous.
Experience:
- Voluntary or paid experience in care settings can be invaluable and is often preferred by employers.
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