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Female Support Worker

Female Support Worker

Active Care GroupSheffield
30+ days ago
Salary
£14.70 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Care and Case Management Services Ltd (CCMS) are fully committed to delivering excellent support to all of our clients and their families and put their thoughts and expectations at the heart of everything we do!

Please note we are NOT able to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore will not be able to progress any candidates who require a certificate  of sponsorship  to work in the UK.

CCMS are fully committed to delivering excellent support to all our clients and their families and put their thoughts and expectations at the heart of everything we do.

We are extremely proud to offer very distinct and specialised case management services for adults and children recovering from an acquired / traumatic brain injury, spinal or catastrophic injuries and associated disabilities or conditions.

We are recruiting for a

  • Female Support Worker to support a young lady with cerebral palsy and other complex needs living in her own home. The client is a wheelchair user and communicates via low tech and gestures, she is able to express her wishes and preferences to those who know her well.

The client enjoys shopping, bowling, and watching various films.

What you will be doing :

The role will involve enabling the client to engage in rehabilitation, social and recreational activities, and empowering her to be as independent as possible.

Flexible support required 2-1 care 24 / 7. The package will include 24 / 7 care during holidays and weekends.

We are seeking staff with excellent communication skills and a desire to provide individualized support. Previous care experience with young adults is preferred. Staff must be able to participate in a range of activities with the client such as hydrotherapy, and outdoor pursuits.

The client requires full moving and handling and all aspects of personal care.

The successful applicants will receive full training for this role, input from therapists and regular supervision by the Case Manager.

About you :

  • Full, clean UK driving licence – experience of driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle preferable but not essential
  • Experience of delivering therapy programmes is desirable but full training will be provided.
  • Dependable and professional - you value honesty and discretion
  • Experience of working with young adults with physical & cognitive impairment is essential, the position is suited to someone who has a positive attitude plus the ability to motivate & engage.
  • Previous experience working with clients with brain injury is preferable
  • Friendly and approachable
  • Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS and enrol in the DBS update service
  • Flexible and you work well under pressure
  • CCMS are not an employment agency, we help our clients to recruit their own support workers as part of our case management service, You will be employed directly by the client, however, CCMS oversee all aspects of the clients care package on her behalf.

    CCMS offer a bespoke Case Management Service for people of all ages, with a particular emphasis on those recovering from acquired brain injuries.

    Ultimately our aim is to empower and support people to reach their full potential and maximize their rehabilitation opportunities in order to promote the best quality of life

  • Please note we are recruiting Female Support Workers due to a genuine occupational requirement of the person we support therefore this role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9