Job Description

Location:

Bury, Greater Manchester

Salary:

15 per hour plus min wage for sleep shifts and 16 per hour for waking nights (Pending pay review after successful probation)

Contract:

Part time, 25 hours per week plus sleeps and occasional waking nights (when needed)

We are seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker to provide an exceptional service for our client in Bury. This is a rewarding opportunity to be a part of our clients rehabilitation journey and support our client to achieve as much independence as possible. You will be working closely within a team helping to ensure that a continuity of care is provided to our clients.

We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer a wide range of employee benefits, such as a thorough induction programme, on-going training to develop new and existing skills and a great employee Rewards scheme, where you will be able to receive a variety of discounts from major retailers.

About The Role

Your role will be dedicated to working with an 19-year-old male client with an acquired brain injury and autism. You will provide support before and after college, as well as during school holidays, assisting him with activities of daily living, medication, and personal care. He has other complex needs and can present challenging behaviour. Your responsibilities will include taking him out and about in the community, such as trips to Blackpool and participating in any activities he has planned outside of college. You will support him in social and leisure activities both at home and in the community. You will also assist with therapy programs set by a team of professionals working with the client.

A 4-weekly baseline rota will be provided, and flexibility to change is required. Building a professional relationship and supporting his rehabilitation plan are key aspects of this role.

Your main attributes will be friendly, approachable and have empathy towards your client treating them with respect and dignity at all times. We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.

This post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check

About You

Experience of working in a support role, both in the community and the home. Friendly, approachable and confident in the role. Experience and ability to understand and deal with complex and challenging behaviour. Flexible in approach to meet the needs of the client. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent recognised health profession qualification. Full driving licence. Experience working with acquired brain injury Previously worked with therapists to deliver a support plan. Registered on DBS update service.

Why work for Support for Independence?

We are an expanding, passionate rehabilitation company providing support to children and adults across England, specialising in acquired brain injury, spinal injury and other complex conditions.

As part of our commitment to making Support for Independence a great place to work, we believe that you are the key to our clients' rehabilitation success and so we offer a great employment package including training, supervisions & support along with an excellent rate of pay and many benefits which include:

5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays, rising to a day of annual leave per year of service, up to a maximum of five days (pro rata for part time) Employee counselling service Quarterly supervisions Free DBS Checks 150 referral scheme Competitive rate of pay Ongoing training and development opportunities Great modern office well located in Bury - with free tea, coffee and parking Auto enrolment pension scheme Employee online discount programme for major retailers Lots of social events and activities
We are a friendly team that encourage success at all levels. we are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, empowers our employees and encourages everyone to be the best they can be.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00-16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount
Experience:

Support Worker: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person