Complex Support Worker-Bank.

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

A care organization is looking for a dedicated and compassionate support worker to provide personalized care and support to an adult male with severe medical conditions. The support worker’s responsibilities include personal care, medical support, mobility assistance, nutritional support, behavioral and emotional support, healthcare collaboration, and documentation and reporting. Previous experience in a similar role or relevant healthcare setting is preferred, and knowledge of the mentioned medical conditions is necessary. The position may require flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The organization offers industry and bespoke training, career development opportunities, full support and supervision, mileage reimbursement, flexible work patterns, and a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life.

Job Description:

Complex Health Care Worker

Location: Rastrick

Salary: £12.50 per hour

Working in care is not just a job; it’s an extraordinary opportunity to be a hero in someone else’s story. Every day, care workers have the power to transform lives through compassion, dedication, and the simple act of being there for those who need it most. Whether comforting someone in their most vulnerable moments, offering a gentle touch, or providing essential support, care workers embody the essence of heroism. It’s not about grand gestures, but the small, everyday acts that make an immeasurable impact on the lives of others. 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to provide personalised care and support to an adult male with a range of severe medical conditions, including a learning disability, neurological migration disorder, quadriplegia, scoliosis, diabetes type 1, epilepsy, hyper salivation, glaucoma, and who is PEG fed. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing the individual’s quality of life, promoting independence, and ensuring their overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personal Care:
• Assist with activities of daily living, encompassing personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
• Provide support with toileting, always ensuring dignity and respect.
• Administer medication as prescribed, following proper procedures.

• Medical Support:
• Monitor and manage diabetes type 1, including blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration.
• Be vigilant in observing and responding to epilepsy episodes, ensuring a safe environment.
• Provide support with hyper salivation management and glaucoma care.

• Mobility Assistance:
• Assist with safe transfers and positioning to manage quadriplegia and scoliosis.
• Utilize adaptive equipment and assistive devices to enhance mobility.

• Nutritional Support:
• Administer nutrition through PEG feeding, following prescribed guidelines.
• Monitor dietary needs and collaborate with healthcare professionals for dietary adjustments.

• Behavioural and Emotional Support:
• Foster a positive and supportive environment.
• Develop a strong rapport to understand and respond to the individual’s communication and emotional needs.

• Healthcare Collaboration:
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and therapists, to ensure coordinated care.
• Attend medical appointments and provide accurate information about the individual’s condition and progress.

• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care activities and observations.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and provide regular updates on the individual’s progress.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar role or relevant healthcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with the mentioned medical conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Working Hours: The position may require flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure comprehensive care coverage.

Benefits/Package

• Industry and bespoke training plan – tailored to meet the needs of the individuals you support.
• Career development and ongoing training opportunities
• Full support and supervision
• Mileage reimbursement – increased recently to support the recent fuel price increases.
• Flexible work patterns
• Rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to an individual’s life.
• Working for an outstanding CQC rated provider.

 

The refer a friend scheme is worth £200 in total. This is split £100 after the person has worked 100 hours and then another £100 when they have passed probation (6 months usually).

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? 

If you are ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of those we care for, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Please contact our friendly recruitment team on  if you would like to know more about this position.

 

Location: Brighouse, Yorkshire