Brain Injury Support Worker inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED MON 16 DEC 2024

£15 to £16 an hour PERMANENT
ENHANCED DBS FAMILY HOLISTIC VEHICLE

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Enviva Complex Care is seeking a Brain Injury Support Worker in Birmingham to assist clients with various challenges including memory impairment, perception delays, mobility, and vision issues. Responsibilities include engaging in personalized routines, supporting physiotherapy programs, managing medications, providing emotional support, monitoring food intake, and maintaining accurate care records. The role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure holistic care.

Candidates should possess previous experience in a similar role, strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and training, alongside compliance with safeguarding principles.

An opportunity has arisen to join the Libertatem Healthcare Group team as a Brain Injury Support Worker in Birmingham. The role involves assisting a client with memory impairment, perception delays, mobility, and vision challenges, while also supporting their physiotherapy program and medication management.

As a Brain Injury Support Worker, you will be responsible for engaging with the client's personalized routines, assisting with their physiotherapy program, managing their medication, providing emotional support and companionship, monitoring their food intake, and maintaining accurate records of the care provided. You will collaborate with a range of healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care for the client.

About us
An opportunity has arisen to join our team for a client based in Birmingham.

Our client needs assistance with memory impairment as well as perception delays. He also requires assistance with mobility and vision. Your role will be aiding with his physiotherapy programme and helping manage their medication.

For this role you must be able to drive as well as have access to your own vehicle.

Working Hours:

Tuesday 10am-6pm,

Thursday 10am-6pm

Friday 12-6pm

Saturday 11am-5pm

Key Responsibilities:

Engaging with personalised routines.

Assisting with physiotherapy programme.

Assisting with medication management.

Providing emotional support and companionship.

Aiding with monitoring food intake.

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

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

Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role.

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.

Regular supervisions and Check Ins

Both online and In-person training

Training & Background Checks:
An enhanced DBS check & full training will be provided prior to commencing work with our client and you will also be supported by our clinical lead nurse for the area.

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.

#Libertatem
The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

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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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