INTRODUCTION
Karrek Care is a new style Domiciliary Care Company for Cornwall. Its beneficiaries are people who would be in receipt of support services for vulnerable people; however, because of an increase in the use of personal budgets, referrals can be received from many different people who require domiciliary support and personal care.
The Company has a set of values as follows:
* Empowerment - We believe that people should have control & choice over every aspect of their lives.
* Inclusion – We believe that people have the right to live as equal citizens in their communities.
* Dignity – We believe that every person is valued and respected for who they are.
* Spirituality – We believe that every person has the right to explore the spiritual dimension of their lives.
JOB PURPOSE
* To provide leadership to the care staff of Karrek Care.
* To provide support in accordance with current best practices, according to policies and procedures, legislative requirements, relevant regulations under the direction of the manager.
* To supervise the support services within Karrek Care in accordance with agreed standards.
* To participate in on-call duties.
* To help the managers with assessments, reviews, care planning and risk assessments on the people we support.
* To maintain skills at a high level and undertake such training and development as required to maintain best-practice.
* To oversee the running of new packages and projects with the help of managers.
* To attend meetings with professionals e.g. MDT meetings.
* To complete roster duties as/when required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE JOB
* Ensure people supported are at the heart of the care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing.
* To ensure that all staff contribute to the efficient running of the service, supervising them under the direction of the manager.
* Conducting spot checks and medication competency.
* Overseeing medication, ordering prescriptions, prompting medication reviews and ensuring up-to-date contingency plan in place.
* Regular written formal and informal debrief meeting with managers.
WORKING WITH OTHERS
* Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Karrek Care.
* Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise people supported’s level of care.
LEADING BY EXAMPLE
* Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* To always set a good example in every aspect of the role.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by the management.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but merely a guide to the main areas of responsibility. Any substantial changes to this job description will be discussed fully with the post holder.
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