Female Support Worker

NSS PLUS LTD

Tibberton, England, United Kingdom

Tibberton, England, United Kingdom

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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 your 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 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 our clients access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary. Job Title: Female Support Worker Location: TF10 8PX Hourly Rate: £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience. Driver Essential? Yes Preference:This role is open to *Female* applicants only and MUST speak clear English due to the clients disability. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: 3 DAYS PER WEEK WITH THE POTENTIAL TO BECOMING 5 DAYS PER WEEK IN THE FUTURE 9am-2pm Days to be agreed between the Client and successful Support Worker. Flexibility is a must. Ad hoc additional shifts available to help out when other team members are on holiday or unavailable. About you-Essential Experience: Support Worker / Therapy Assistant ideally, psychology trainied and experience of mental health issues, seizures and to assist the client to manage feelings of anxiety/ being overwhelmed and ongoing health issues and concerns. Required activities: Our client is looking for a someone who can help her with general day to day support: someone who is conscientious, friendly, approachable, MUST be a driver, and able to support with day to day practical tasks, such as to assist her with research that she is undertaking regarding her medical condition, planning of appointments and meetings, cleaning duties at home, shopping and undertaking errands for her, attending medical appointments, travel planning (including trips to London and/or abroad), exercise classes (locally), and spa days. Due to the complex presentation and needs of the client, the ideal candidate would be a FEMALE support assistant who has sound knowledge and experience of working with people with enduring medical conditions, and that is NOT based in the NEWPORT area. The successful candidate MUST drive, and is confident to go to new locations and activities. 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

Tibberton, England, United Kingdom

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