Job Title: Support Worker
Company: Homecare Gurus Ltd
Location: Various locations
Pay: £14.00 - £17.00 per hour
Job Description:
Homecare Gurus Ltd is seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team. As a Support Worker, you will provide vital support to individuals in their homes or care facilities, helping them with daily activities and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting with daily living: This includes helping with personal care (bathing, dressing), household tasks (cleaning, laundry), meal preparation, and budgeting.
* Promoting independence: Teaching life skills such as using public transport, managing finances, and participating in household duties.
* Health and wellbeing support: Helping individuals manage medical needs, such as administering medication and attending appointments with healthcare professionals.
* Social and emotional support: Providing emotional support to individuals and their families, and helping them connect with others and participate in community activities.
* Goal-oriented support: Working with individuals to set and achieve personal goals, whether short-term, like learning to cook a meal, or long-term, like attending college.
* Advocacy: Acting as an advocate for the individual, helping them express themselves and make their own choices.
Requirements
* Prior experience as a Support Worker or in a similar healthcare role is preferred.
* Valid UK Driver's License
* Empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
* Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
* Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
* Mandatory training certifications in areas such as first aid, health and safety, and safeguarding.
Benefits
o Referral programme