Job Description
(REF: 267) Rehabilitation Support Worker – Aberdare
Contract: Permanent
Location: Aberdare
Hours per week: 15 hours per week
Working pattern: Two x 7.5 hour shifts Monday & Tuesday
Pay per hour: £14.50 (Day hr rate 7am – 11pm)
Closing date: 20 March 26 (We reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)
A rewarding, person centred role where you can make a real difference!
I’m a 40-year-old man living independently in my own home in Aberdare. I sustained a brain injury following an accident in 2003 and currently receive 24-hour support from my family and a team of support workers.
I walk independently but use a wheelchair for longer distances. I am highly motivated and committed to my ongoing rehabilitation. I attend weekly physiotherapy sessions and go to the gym three times a week. I am determined to continue improving and am looking for like minded, supportive people to assist me on this journey.
I enjoy spending time with others, have a good sense of humour, and like getting out into the community. My interests include going to the cinema, attending the gym, and exploring new activities and rehabilitation opportunities.
About the Role:
As my Rehabilitation Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting my independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting me with cooking and day-to-day household tasks to day household tasks
* Encouraging and assisting me to access the community, gym, and activities
* Supporting my rehabilitation by completing therapy tasks set by my multidisciplinary team
* Helping to plan and develop meaningful daily activities
* Providing positive behavioural support, including offering time and space when I become frustrated
I experience some cognitive difficulties and receive support from an occupational therapist and neuropsychologist. While I communicate well, I can become frustrated at times, which may lead to short bursts of anger. You will need to respond calmly, positively, and with patience.
About You:
I am looking for someone who is:
* Warm, patient, and reliable
* Positive, calm, and understanding
* Confident in supporting rehabilitation goals
* Flexible and able to work occasionally at short notice to cover sickness or annual leave
* Willing to support holidays and short breaks
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
To join me as a Rehabilitation Support Worker you will need to: -
* Be able to drive and have use of a car.
* Drive the client’s vehicle.
* Have experience of supporting a person with a brain injury.
* Enjoy working as part of a team.
* Be registered or willing to register with Social Care Wales.
Also, Top Reasons to Apply: -
* Above the industry average for pay
* Mileage rate – 45p per mile
* Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
* Great opportunity for professional development
* Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
* Bespoke client induction and training
* Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager