Rehabilitation Assistant / Support Worker (Torpoint)
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic rehabilitation support worker?
Do you want to be part of an incredibly rewarding and person-centred approach to care?
If so, we are looking to grow Team Steps, where you will be caring for clients in their own homes and developing your skills as a rehabilitation support worker through our client specific training programmes - both online and in a bespoke classroom-based setting. When working independently with one of our clients, you will never be without assistance from us - thanks to our office team, who run a 24/7 on-call service.
Our client is a gentleman in his 40's and he is very outgoing, he enjoys accessing the community with his support workers, having a busy day and when at home he likes gardening and all things DIY. The client lives independently, this means that he will require help with domestic tasks as well, with a focus on having an organic diet.
Alongside this, our client enjoys learning new things, whether that is through reading or visiting museums. We are looking for someone who is also proactive and will help the client to explore his different interests.
This role is based in Torpoint, and surrounding areas, a variety of hours are available.
The other client requires a mixture of hours over smaller shifts - there is flexibility on this rota with more work in Plymouth also available.
An element of weekend work will be required when being put on a set-schedule.
Responsibilities will include
· Arranging and supporting to attend appointments
· General upkeep of the property
· Administering medication
· Accessing the community
. Assisting with the client's programme of rehabilitation
. Personal care where applicable
Requirements for the position
· Acquired Brain Injury experience is preferred
· Six months health and social care experience is preferable; however, transferrable skills and personal experience will also be considered.
Why us?
Steps Ahead Care & Support, established in 2009, are rated OUTSTANDING by CQC and are specialists in acquired brain injury, spinal injuries, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. We offer bespoke packages to clients in their own homes, and our support rehabilitation assistant team to help build our ethos, by promoting client’s independence as well as offering them community-based and/or rehabilitation support.
What do we offer our team?
· Competitive rates of pay £13.91-£17.00 per hour, plus extra for bank holidays
· A comprehensive training package, including provision of mandatory training, role specific training, and inclusion on care certificates.
· £200 bonus through the refer a friend scheme
· Chance to opt into our pension scheme
For further information please contact our Recruitment Co-Ordinator, at our HQ on 01752 547257 or [email protected]
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Pay: £13.91-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Home care: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
