(Ref: 284) Male Support Worker – Aberdare
A rewarding, person centred role where you can make a real difference!
I’m a 40-year-old man living independently in my own home in Aberdare. I sustained a brain injury following an accident in 2003 and currently receive 24-hour support from my family and a team of support workers.
I walk independently but use a wheelchair for longer distances. I am highly motivated and committed to my ongoing rehabilitation. I attend weekly physiotherapy sessions and go to the gym three times a week. I am determined to continue improving and am looking for like‑minded, supportive people to assist me on this journey.
I enjoy spending time with others, have a good sense of humour, and like getting out into the community. My interests include going to the cinema, attending the gym, and exploring new activities and rehabilitation opportunities.
I am looking for a male rehabilitation support worker to play a key role in supporting my independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting me with day-to-day household to increase my independence
- Encouraging and assisting me to access the community, gym, attending football matches and other exploring new activities.
- Supporting my rehabilitation by completing therapy tasks set by my multidisciplinary team
- Helping to plan and develop meaningful daily activities
- Providing positive behavioural support, including offering time and space when I become frustrated
I experience some cognitive difficulties and receive support from an occupational therapist and neuropsychologist. While I communicate well, I can become frustrated at times, which may lead to short bursts of anger. You will need to respond calmly, positively, and with patience.
About You:
I am looking for someone who is:
- Warm, patient, and reliable
- Positive, calm, and understanding
- Confident in supporting rehabilitation goals
- Flexible and able to work occasionally at short notice to cover sickness or annual leave
- Willing to support holidays and short breaks
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
To join me as a Rehabilitation Support Worker you will need to: -
- Be able to drive and have use of a car.
- Drive the client’s vehicle.
- Have experience of supporting a person with a brain injury.
- Enjoy working as part of a team.
- Be registered or willing to register with Social Care Wales.
- Above the industry average for pay
- Mileage rate – 45p per mile
- Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
- Great opportunity for professional development
- Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
- Bespoke client induction and training
- Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager
