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Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
03.03.2025
Expiry Date:
17.04.2025
Job Description:
Cedars Retirement Village based in Chorleywood is on the lookout for a Wellbeing Advisor to work either 8am-2pm or 2pm-8pm or sleeping nights 8pm-8am, (you can choose which shifts you prefer) 5 out of 7 days a week. 36 Hour Contract.
Our retirement village is more than just a place to live; it’s a thriving community where residents enjoy an active, fulfilling, and happy retirement. We are committed to providing the highest standard of care and promoting the well-being to our residents.
As a Wellbeing Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of our residents. Your responsibilities will include:
* Responding to emergency calls within the Village and delivering first aid where needed.
* Promoting the health and wellbeing of older people living within the Village and helping maintain independence and safety for residents.
* Carrying out wellbeing assessments for residents and enhancing the current wellbeing service.
* Supporting monitoring of the emergency call system, reporting issues and faults to the village manager.
* Signposting to healthcare professionals e.g., GP / primary care services.
* Providing information and awareness sessions about key health issues such as osteoporosis / falls prevention, heart disease, etc.
* Setting up wellbeing focus groups to meet on a monthly basis where appropriate.
* Ensuring all aspects of Health and Safety in your location adhere to RVG’s Health and Safety policies and requirements.
Requirements:
* Significant experience in managing older people.
* Experience or knowledge of primary care and referral to primary care.
* Ability to analyse risk and respond appropriately, seeking support as necessary.
* Emergency first aid qualified ideally but training can be provided; must be able to get to the floor unaided and unassisted, and be confident in administering CPR until further help arrives.
* Full understanding of supporting a resident in an emergency situation and supporting until emergency services arrive.
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