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30 hour contract - Female Support Worker (Learning Disabilities, Epilepsy, Brain Injury & Mental Health Focus)
Are you a compassionate and dedicated female support worker seeking a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference?
Platinum Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading healthcare provider in Crawley, West Sussex, in their search for an exceptional Female Support Worker. This is a unique opportunity to join a team committed to empowering adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, acquired brain injuries, and complex mental health needs to live fulfilling and independent lives.
Your Impact:
In this vital role, you'll provide person-centered support, fostering independence and enhancing the well-being of individuals within a residential supported living setting. Your contributions will directly impact their quality of life, enabling them to thrive within their community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Holistic Support: Deliver individualised care plans that address the unique needs of each service user, encompassing physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Daily Living Assistance: Provide sensitive support with personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, and household tasks, promoting dignity and autonomy.
- Community Integration: Facilitate meaningful engagement in community activities, appointments, and social events, fostering inclusion and reducing isolation.
- Mental Health Support: Provide empathetic support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, working alongside professionals to promote emotional well-being.
- Accurate Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records, including daily logs, incident reports, and support plan updates.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Flexible Scheduling: Adapt to a flexible work schedule, including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, and acquired brain injuries.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in supporting individuals with mental health needs.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with service users and colleagues.
- Previous experience in care assistance, social care, or working with vulnerable adults.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- A NEW enhanced DBS check will be required.
Desirable Skills & Qualifications:
- Relevant qualifications in health and social care.
- MHFA (Mental Health First Aid) Certification
- Full UK driving license.
Why Join Us?
- Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- 30 Hour contract
- 18,720 per annum
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a compassionate and dedicated female support worker seeking a fulfilling role, we want to hear from you! Please click the link to apply with your updated CV.
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Consultant:Beckie
Job Role: Female Support Worker
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDHEALTHCARE
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
