Brain Injury Support Worker inGloucester inGloucester PUBLISHED MON 16 DEC 2024

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Enviva Complex Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Brain Injury Support Worker in Gloucester, Gloucestershire. The role involves providing high-quality, personalized care to individuals with complex health needs, assisting with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation. Support Workers will also be responsible for administering medication, offering emotional support, and maintaining accurate care records while collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive support.

Candidates should have previous experience in a similar role, strong communication skills, and a compassionate nature, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The work hours include morning shifts from Monday to Friday, with the potential for additional afternoon hours once clients are settled. Benefits include a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive training program.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team in Gloucester, Gloucestershire. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to individuals with complex health needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

The Support Worker will be responsible for delivering personalised care and support to clients with complex health conditions, assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, providing emotional support, and maintaining accurate records of care provided. They will work closely with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

About us
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team in Gloucester, Gloucestershire. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to individuals with complex health needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Working Hours:

You will be part of a team that is responsible for delivering the following hours:
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 9:30am increasing to the additional afternoon hours once the client is settled with their support worker. The additional afternoon hours will be 1pm - 7pm
Key Responsibilities:

Delivering personalised care and support to clients with complex health conditions.

Assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.

Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.

Providing emotional support and companionship.

Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in clients’ conditions.

Collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Flexibility to work the specified hours.

Benefits:

Supportive and friendly working environment.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

DBS Paid for.

Excellent training programme.

Blue Light Card Eligibility.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Libertatem Healthcare Group recognise the benefits of people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, whilst balancing the right to be safe with the right to make informed choices. At the same time, making sure that adult’s and children’s wellbeing is promoted including taking into consideration their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. With this in mind, we will work to adhere to the six key principles that underpin all safeguarding work.

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Working as a Brain Injury Support Worker in the UK requires a combination of interpersonal, practical, and specialized skills. Here are some key skills and qualities you'll need:

1. Communication Skills

- Verbal Communication: Ability to explain concepts clearly and communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.

- Non-verbal Communication: Understanding and interpreting non-verbal cues, especially in clients with communication challenges.

- Active Listening: Being attentive to clients' needs and concerns.

2. Empathy and Compassion

- Understanding and empathizing with the challenges faced by individuals with brain injuries, providing emotional support, and fostering a caring environment.

3. Patience and Flexibility

- Adapting to clients' varying needs and responses, and being patient in working through challenges or setbacks.

4. Crisis Management Skills

- Ability to remain calm and provide support during emergencies or stressful situations, including the handling of challenging behaviors.

5. Problem-Solving Skills

- Being able to assess situations, think critically, and develop effective strategies for supporting clients in their daily lives.

6. Practical Skills

- Assistance with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication management, depending on the client's level of independence.

7. Knowledge of Brain Injury

- Understanding the effects of brain injuries, rehabilitation processes, and the specific needs of individuals affected by them.

8. Teamwork and Collaboration

- Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, doctors, and family members, to support clients.

9. Organizational Skills

- Managing schedules, documentation, and care plans effectively to ensure comprehensive support for clients.

10. Continual Learning and Development

- Willingness to seek out training opportunities and stay updated on best practices in brain injury care and support.

Training and Qualifications

While formal qualifications may not be strictly necessary, many employers prefer candidates with relevant backgrounds. Consider pursuing:

- NVQ in Health and Social Care or a similar qualification.

- Specialist Training in neuro-rehabilitation or brain injury care.

- First Aid and Manual Handling Certification for safe support practices.

Having a Clean Driving License

In some roles, having a driver’s license may be essential for transporting clients or traveling between care sites.

Personal Attributes

Traits such as reliability, resilience, and a commitment to advocating for clients' needs are also crucial for success in this role.

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