Care Worker

Careers

Care Worker – £21,000 pa

To provide a service of care to clients to enable them to lead as independent a lifestyle as possible. This care service will involve a programme of personal care and household management that is personalised for each client in the form of a Care Plan. Care duties will therefore include assisting the client with the following activities and in so doing will at all times observe and respect the client’s dignity, privacy and independence as far as practical:

• Personal Care
• Healthcare
• Dietary Care
• Personal Services

To adhere and conform to all Policies and Procedures laid down by the organisation in respect of carrying out these care duties and in other administrative aspects of the business, as relevant

To participate as directed by the Agency Manager in Induction Training and regular in service Training programmes and complete the Care Certificate

To maintain accurate and timely records of client care on the visiting record sheet and Medication administration record (MAR) chart

To participate in Staff, Team and Quality Management Review Meetings as directed by the Agency Manager

To report back to the Agency Manager on any aspect of client care which he/she feels warrants investigation or urgent action

To participate in review of clients’ Care Plans as required

Basic Skills Requirements

No experience is mandatory. On job training will be provided. Any previous experience will be at your advantage

• Willingness to learn
• Good communication skills
• Awareness of dementia

Personal Attributes

• Listening & responsive skills
• Calm under stress
• Approachable & sympathetic
• Even tempered
• Observant