We are looking for a support worker for a charming humorous and happy young man with complex care needs who requires continuous supervision care and support.
The role is based in Lewes Brighton in our clients own home.
The waking night hours are 7pm to 7am on a Wednesday Thursday and Sunday.
About the Client and Support Needed: Our clients interests are varied and he loves playing with his lego watching TV and visiting museums especially the Imperial War Museum.
In spite of our clients medical conditions he is described as being the happiest person ever with a quick sense of humour enjoying life and college whilst being supported by his parents younger sibling and care team.
Our client needs support to ensure he is safe.
Your role will be to ensure he is never left alone and to respond to him when needed accompanying him to the bathroom supporting during seizures and calling for assistance if necessary.
You will also ensure his medication is administered on time each morning.
You will ideally have experience of a similar care role and a knowledge of childrens British culture or similar interests.
You should be friendly enthusiastic and be meticulous with punctuality...a good sense of humour is a must!!
Requirements Training Provided to CQC standards which are specific to this client include: Induction Training Safeguarding Adults Health and Safety First Aid Food Hygiene Administering of Medication Personal Care Epilepsy and Emergency Aid Moving and Handling Learning Disabilities Autism Awareness Essential Requirements Identified for this Role: An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this vacancy (expense to be met by HomeCareDirect) Experience in a similar care role is required A willingness to provide holiday cover across the team Prepared to commit to long term care for one client in a personcentred way Willing to be trained to CQC standards to meet the clients needs Respect Company policies and procedures Be reliable / nonjudgemental / caring / responsible / compassionate Committed to confidentiality and to treat the client with dignity and respect Benefits Contractual Benefits: An hourly pay rate of: 14.01 per hour Company pension scheme Enhanced bank holiday payments: 2 days at x 1.5 hourly pay and 5 days at x 2 times hourly pay Annual Leave is paid at 5.6weeks (prorata) per annum based on contracted hours Support Provided: Full support and supervisions from your dedicated Regional Care Lead Training and full support from your local HCD Community Nurse Assessor Career pathway options A personal development plan 24hr oncall support Employee Benefits: A Blue Light discount card Long service awards Free wellbeing options and EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) provided by Spectrum Life HomeCareDirect is a national service provider and industryleading specialist in the personalisation of care at home.
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