support worker

Question 1

what age individuals do support workers work with?

Answer 1

all ages

Question 2

who do support workers work with?

Answer 2

children and young children:
.foster care/ adoption services
.disabilities
. challanging living situations

adults:
. mental health challanges
. physical/ learning disabilities
. aquired brain injuries

older/ eldery:
. dementia
. diabetes
. mobility issues
. effects of stroke

Question 3

what are the roles and responsibilities of a support worker?

Answer 3

provide a healthcar plan for improvement- work closely to social worker and family to implement plan
Providing physical support, such as helping with household tasks and personal care.
Offering emotional support to individuals and their families.
Assisting with health care needs, including routine checks and administering medication.
Forming strong and trusting relationships with clients.
Creating care plans based on clients’ unique needs.
Listening and providing emotional support.
Completing practical tasks like household chores.

Question 4

what professionals do support workers support?

Answer 4

physiotherapists
occupational therapists
social workers
CLOSELY LINKED to: healthcare/ nursery assitsstant role

Question 5

where do support workers work?

Answer 5

Hospitals
Private homes
Children’s homes
Clinical facilities
Schools
Supported living services
Care homes
Out in the community
Residential care centers
Group homes