This care service involves a programme of personal care and household care management that is personalised for each resident in the form of a care plan. Care duties will therefore include assisting the resident with a variety of duties, and in doing so the carer will observe and respect the resident's dignity, privacy and independence as far as is practical.
Key Responsibilities:
· To provide personal and practical care services for people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities
· To assist resident's with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and the toilet where necessary
· To help resident's with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use- and care of aids and personal equipment
· To help care for resident's at all life stages
· To help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of resident's through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and recreation
· To make and change beds, tidy rooms, do light cleaning and empty commodes
· To launder resident's clothing
· To set tables and trays, serve meals, feed residents who need help, prepare light meals and wash up, tidy and clear away
· To read and write in log-book records and take part in staff and resident's meetings and in training activities as directed
· To conform to all policies, procedures and guidelines laid down by Thorndene in respect of carrying out these care duties and in other administrative aspects of the company as directed
· To carry out accurately, and in a competent manner, instructions from managers and supervisors, adhering to the care plans of individual resident's
· To actively talk and listen to resident's, allowing for their personal choice in their own home
· To maintain accurate, concise, up-to-date and timely records of the resident's care, diary, sheets, medication forms, financial transaction sheets and timesheets.
· To work only within Thorndene's regulations regarding the handling of resident's finances, ensuring accurate documentation and receipting of any transactions
· To be familiar with Thorndene's Health and Safety policy and to promote safe working practices. To ensure full compliance with infection control procedures following company policy
· To report and record any accident or incident which may occur – no matter how minor, whether to the resident or carer
· To report back to the manager (s) or supervisor (s) on any aspect of the resident's care which, in the view of the care/support worker, warrants investigation or urgent action
· To report immediately to management any noticeable changes in health, behaviour or circumstances of resident's – maintaining the resident's right to privacy and confidentiality
· To participate in reviews of resident's care plans as required (for key workers only)
· To advise supervisors and/or managers of any perceived problems or difficulties experienced with the service provided to resident's
· To advise supervisors and/or managers of any ideas which might enhance or improve the level of service delivered to resident's
· To perform such other duties as may reasonably required
· To participate in induction and foundation training and regular in-service training programmes as directed by managers or supervisors
· To adhere to company on call guidelines
This job description is a guide to the responsibilities. It may change to meet the needs of the residents and home.
Job Type: Full-time
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person