Overview:
We are seeking two dedicated individuals to join our team to provide compassionate care to individuals in their own homes. The ideal candidates will have experience in all areas of care, including medication administration, senior care, dementia care, and patient support. Experience is preferred; however, if you are brand new to the industry, full training will be given. The individuals who apply will be prepared to work 4 days each week in total, including every other weekend.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
2. Administer medication according to prescribed schedules
3. Prepare and serve meals while considering dietary restrictions and preferences
4. Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
5. Assist with household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
6. Implement behaviour management strategies when necessary
7. Support individuals with mobility issues, including the use of moving and handling equipment when required
8. Knowledge of dementia care practices and protocols
9. Ability to handle challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism
10. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients
11. A compassionate and patient-centered approach to caregiving
12. Willingness to undergo relevant training and development opportunities, including online training, face-to-face training, and monthly meetings.
Qualifications required:
(For those new to the industry, full training will be given, this will take approximately 1 month).
* Care experience, particularly in senior care and dementia care
* Proficiency in medication administration in a home care or hospice care setting
* Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and their families
* Familiarity with providing specialized care for individuals with dementia
* Ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and patience
* Prior experience in a similar role, preferably with a focus on senior care and hospice care
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Freelance, Fixed term contract
Pay: Up to £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Physical Setting:
* Homecare
Shift:
* 10 hour shift
* 12 hour shift
* Day shift
Work days:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Support worker
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