Support Worker Supervisor

Job overview

Derbyshire Community Health Services currently has an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker Supervisor to join the Community First Team in Derby City.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives every single day? Join our dynamic Community Response Team, where you'll be at the forefront of patient care, supporting discharges from acute hospitals and providing essential short-term and reablement care.

Our dedicated teams work rotationally over seven days, ensuring that every individual receives the highest level of home care support. If you have prior experience in caregiving and a commitment to excellence, we want you on our team!

Based out of Florence Nightingale Community Hospital and Perth House Assessment Hub, you'll need the flexibility to travel to various sites where DCHS services are provided. Our shifts include weekends and bank holidays, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a regular basis.

We value our team members and you will receive comprehensive training and support to enhance your skills.

Don't miss this chance to be part of a compassionate and driven team. Contact us to learn more and take the first step toward an inspiring and fulfilling career. We can't wait to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of support workers.

The delegation of patient’s visits to ensure an effective support worker service is provided to patients in a timely and cost-effective way.

To be a role model to the support worker team and actively monitor and maintain clinical skills and professional manner.

To Communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential, as appropriate and under supervision.

To work with qualified therapists and nurses in the assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of conditions and progress/modify intervention programmes within parameters set by the therapists and nurses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification.   To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site.  You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Jonathan Hargadon - Community First Pathway 1 Manager

Email address [email protected]

Telephone number 07887832010

Jenna Fraser - Integrated Community Team Lead

Email address [email protected]

Telephone number 07766 802489