Were looking for a passionate Childrens Palliative Care Support Worker to join our dedicated community team and provide high quality individual support to a child and their family both at their home and in the hospice. You will provide comfort and care to support our younger patients and make a difference when it matters the most.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide patient centred personal and clinical care and support of children and young people with complex needs in accordance with the care plan in a range of settings
* Deliver a high standard of specialist palliative care in partnership with other professionals
* Provide an empathetic and supportive presence for families and refer to appropriate services as needed
* To act as an advocate for children and their families
* Engage the patient with a range of activities that meets their needs
What were looking for:
1. Previous work or personal experience in caring for children with complex health needs
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Strong understanding of safeguarding children
4. Ability to work unsupervised with shifting priorities and organise own workload
5. NVQ Trained to...