Male Support Worker in Ovenden Wood

NeuroSupport services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise independence and quality of life.We are looking for psychology graduates,support Workers and Healthcare Assistants or suitable candidates who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and also willing to provide support in helping service users access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.THIS IS A UK BASED POSITIONTO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS MANDATORY THAT: * YOU HAVE UK WORK EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE * YOUR CV CLEARLY SHOWS YOUR RELEVENT EXPERIENCE WHICH RELATES TO THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR. * EXPERIENCE IN BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT * A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND ACCESS TO A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORKJob Title: Male Support WorkerLocation: Halifax, HX2Hourly Rate: £12-£14 per hour depending on experience.Driver Essential? YesGender Preference:This role is open to *Male* applicants only.Start Date: ASAPDays & Hours:Monday: 12pm - 4pmTuesday: 12pm - 4pmWednesday: 1pm - 5pmFriday : 12pm - 4pmAbout you-Essential Experience:- Experience caring for clients with: * Brain injury * Epilepsy * Substance misuse- Someone who knows the area well, or can use sat nav safely.Required activities:Our client needs support to access community facilities – shopping, attending appointments, ironing drop off/pick up. He enjoys playing pool, going to cinema, and going out and about. He also requires help in managing a small budget.Successful Candidates will: * Have access to full Training - including Brain Injury Awareness Training * CPD opportunities * Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS * Competitive Hourly Rate * Gain Experience working with an MDTSuccessful candidate attributes:Abilities, Skills & Behaviours * A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through positive attitude and work practices * The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member. * Willingness to participate in continuing professional development * Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs * Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives * Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships * Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation * Good verbal and written communication skills * Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills * Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel) * Have at least six months experience of working in a support worker role or similar, in the past three years. * Must have a Full UK Driving License and access to your own car * Have Experience in the field of Psychology * Willing to become self-employedBenefits of working for NeuroSupport Services:Full enhanced DBSLiability InsuranceYearly Mandatory TrainingFood/Drink shift AllowancePartial Mileage and Travel time coveredFlexible working to meet your own requirementsWe offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style