Personal Care / Support Worker
- Provide one-on-one care for a client with complex needs.
- Assist with daily personal care and medical schedule support.
- Offer emotional and social support to enhance client wellbeing.
- Support Worker Opportunity St Leonards
Monday to Friday
- 10:00am 6:00pm
- Potential for Long-Term Involvement
A unique and rewarding opportunity has become available for an experienced, proactive, and compassionateSupport Workerto provide dedicated one-on-one care for a client with complex needs currently undergoing treatment ata public hospital in St Leonards.
This role goes beyond standard support workit requires someone who genuinely values dignity, communication, and person-centred care, and is committed to providing consistent, high-quality support without shortcuts.
The clients care journey may progress through various stages, including a transfer to a private hospital, a neuro rehabilitation centre, and eventually a return to their home. This position has the potential to evolve into a long-term care arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:1. Daily Personal Care
Monitor eating and drinking; assist with feeding when needed.
Access meals and drinks from the hospital cafeteria as required.
Assist with hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
Take the client outside in a wheelchair for fresh air and natural light.
2. Routine & Medical Schedule Support
Stay informed about the daily medical schedule (scans, appointments, visits).
Help prepare and reassure the client ahead of medical interactions.
Take notes during staff visits and help explain information in a clear, compassionate manner.
3. Emotional & Social Support
Be a steady, respectful presence to help the client feel supported and seen as a personnot just a patient.
Greet and accommodate visiting family and friends, while respecting moments of privacy.
Coordinate with others involved in the clients support and wellbeing.
4. Mental & Physical Engagement
Support and encourage activities that promote recovery and engagement:
Reading (books, news, articles)
Playing games (cards, brain-training)
Guided meditations (tools provided)
Assisting with physiotherapy and exercise repetition
Encouraging social interaction (calls, movies, iPad use)
Patient, observant, and proactive
Experience in complex or high-needs care
Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
Reliable and respectful, with a calm and professional demeanour
Comfortable working independently and as part of a broader care team
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