Posted: 17 June
The role
Female Care Assistants We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the Uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and able to work full-time 33-44 hours per week. The Nursing home offers a range of specialist care for residents, ranging from Alzeimer's and Parkinsons care to care for stroke victims. Successful applicants, will have 1-2 years experience preferably in a similar role. Salary: £12.80 per hour No sponsorship provided! INTERVIEWS WILLL BE HELD FACE-TO-FACE Work Environment This position is crucial in the healthcare system, as Mental Health Care Assistants play a vital role in helping individuals manage their mental health conditions and improve their quality of life. Key Responsibilities Patient Care : Provide personal care and support to patients, including assistance with daily living activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing. Therapeutic Engagement : Engage with patients in therapeutic activities to promote recovery and alleviate distress. This includes identifying factors that may increase agitation and employing de-escalation techniques when necessary. Monitoring and Reporting : Observe and document patients' conditions, including any changes in behavior or mood, and report these to the nursing staff. Supportive Environment : Create a safe and compassionate environment for patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are respected at all times. Collaboration : Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers, to implement care plans and support patients effectively. Crisis Intervention : Recognize signs of distress or crisis in patients and respond appropriately to ensure their safety and well-being. Required Qualifications Experience : Previous experience in a care role,e xperience with dementia, brain injury and nursing home is desirable Certifications : Holding a Care Certificate or equivalent is typically desirable. Skills : Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach, and have good communication and interpersonal skills. Good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others. Ability to work on own initiative Benefits of joining our team, we offer: Permanent contract Day Night shifts available 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays) Enhanced training Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material. Set shift patterns . four-week rolling rota Company pension Employee discount Free parking Refer a carer programme Store discount A friendly and supportive working environment We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. Full training will be provided, face to face and online We will require a DBS check which we can assist with this and 2 satisfactory references At SkyCare we offer unrivaled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels. If you are interested in our offer and live in the area please apply below with your CV
