Support Worker - Assisted Discharge Service - Gloucestershire
Location: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, GL1 3NN
Salary: £22,932 per annum (pro-rata for under 35 hours) Job Share Available
Hours: Various hours available. Shifts Available 10am to 8pm weekday and 10am to 5pm weekends (working one weekend per month)
Contract: Permanent
Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence held for a minimum for 2 years
What happens when someone is ready to leave hospital but has no one to help them get home or settle in? That's where you come in.
As a Support Worker in our Assisted Discharge Service, you'll help vulnerable adults return home safely and comfortably. You'll assess their needs, ensure their home is ready, and provide short-term support to reduce the risk of readmission.
Key Responsibilities
* Transporting patients' home and ensuring their environment is safe and comfortable
* Collecting prescriptions, checking food supplies, and completing light household tasks
* Offering emotional support and guidance, helping service users regain independence
* Liaising with hospital staff and responding to referrals from clinicians
Note: This role does not involve personal care (e.g. bathing, cleaning, or admi...