Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
* Provide live in care, usually working alone
* Reflect the core values of Home Instead franchise
* Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of life
* As you will be staying in the client’s home, you will follow their house rules and be mindful of their need for privacy
* You may be the only person the client sees over a period of time; it is therefore essential to document daily activities and report any changes or causes for concern in a client’s needs or living conditions.
* You need to be clear about when to seek help and advice to keep clients safe and promote their well-being
* Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff
COMPANIONSHIP services which could include, but are not limited to :
* Offer companionship and conversation
* Monitor diet and eating
* Stimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies and crafts)
* Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities and outings
* Accompany to appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings)
HOME HELP services which could include, but are not limited to :
* Run errands / collect prescriptions etc
* Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants etc.)
* Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry dates
* Plan prepare and tidy away meals
* Help with shopping and oversee home deliveries
PERSONAL CARE services which could include, but are not limited to :
* Provide medication reminders
* Help with bathing, dressing and grooming
* Help with continence care
* Assist to eat and drink
* Assist with morning / wake up and or evening / tuck in
Person profile
* An experienced caregiver preferably with experience in caring for a client living with dementia
* Pro active and willing to be a little assertive when needed
* A strong awareness of risk and safety
* Able to manage within reason difficult dynamics within a family group and not easily become offended
* A caregiver who would be equipped to cook fresh well-balanced meal. (Some experience with a diabetic diet would be beneficial)
Essential Criteria
* Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect
* Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations
* Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner
* Ability to cook nutritious meals
* Excellent timekeeper who is organised and reliable
* Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance is required
Qualifications
Additional Information
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