Job Description
Care Plus require caring individuals to cover rotas in the Ballinamallard area of Fermanagh. We have a block 4/3 morning, lunch, tea & bed rota in the Ballinamallard area. On our Block rotas you work Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday on Week 1 and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday on Week 2 repeating. You will be providing care for elderly, disabled and convalescent clients to enable them to remain in their own homes maintaining an independent lifestyle. This is an excellent support for families. It is also an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to get into a career in Health and Social Care.
Sample of Most Common Duties
* Helping clients in and out of bed (using hoist if required), washing, dressing and toileting.
* Bathing/showering client, Personal Care.
* Meal Preparation.
* Bed making, laundry duties, shopping.
* Assisting with regular exercise (walks) where appropriate.
* Record information on service plan sheets.
* To provide cover for other carers who are off sick or on annual leave.
* This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to do other tasks relevant to the job.
Essential Criteria
* Have the ability to take on a range of personal tasks in accordance with each client's Care Plan.
* Have the ability to work as a team member.
* Have use of a mobile phone.
* Have use of or access to a car.
* Have good communication skills.
* Be willing to undertake mandatory training as required (e.g. First Aid, Manual Handling, Food Hygiene).
* A friendly caring attitude.
* The ability to be flexible.
* Good organisational skills.
* Good observational skills.
* General good health.
* Please be aware that enhanced disclosure checks with Access NI are required.
Desirable Criteria
* NVQ level 2 or 3 in caring is desirable but not essential as training will be given.
* Experience of working in the caring field either in a formal/community setting.
* A geographical knowledge of the area.
COVID-19 Considerations
Full PPE provided.
Licence/Certification
* Driver's license (required).
* Right to work in the UK (required).
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