Community Care Assistant
Oswestry, Much Wenlock, Dorrington and Pontesbury
£12.21 per hour, £12.44 per hour for weekends
Full-time and Part Time hours - Permanent
Affinity Home Care, a specialist provider of personalised homecare support to adults over the age of 18 in their own homes, operating throughout Shrewsbury, Shropshire Area. We provide a range of care and support services for vulnerable adults. We're seeking to recruit new support workers with the right values and attitude to work in our care service.
About the role:
At Affinity Home Care, we treat our people with respect, care, and consideration, just as we do for the people we support. The duties are varied, and no two days are the same. The people we support are individuals, and they all deserve to be treated as such.
* Personal Care: Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
* Meal Preparation: Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
* Administration of Medication: Ensure clients take prescribed medications at the correct times.
* Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and tidying living spaces.
* Emotional Support and Companionship: Provide emotional support and engage clients in meaningful activities and conversations.
* Transportation: Assist clients with transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities.
* Health Monitoring: Monitor and report changes in clients' health or behaviour to healthcare professionals or family.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate records of care provided, including logs and incident reports.
* Advocacy: Advocate for clients' rights and needs, ensuring their well-being and dignity.
About you:
We prioritize finding people with the right attitude and behaviours. Previous experience or qualifications are not necessary; we're willing to train the right candidate. Key qualities include:
* Ability to understand and share clients' feelings, providing emotional support.
* Strong communication skills.
* Patience and calmness in challenging situations.
* Meticulousness in observing and recording client conditions.
* Quick thinking and resourcefulness.
* Time management and task prioritization.
* Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Ability to work collaboratively.
* Respect for diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
* Basic knowledge of healthcare technology.
* Discretion with sensitive information.
An Enhanced DBS check is required.
Why Join Us?
* Mileage paid at 30p per mile
* Full uniform provided
* Wellbeing support
* Accredited training and professional development
* Employer contributory pension scheme
* Additional benefits including life cover, employee assistance programme, discount services, Cycle to Work Scheme, financial wellbeing schemes, and referral bonuses
Join a values-driven team committed to respect, honesty, responsibility, and excellence. If you identify with these values and possess at least 6 of the following qualities: Honest, Good Communicator, Strong Values, Flexible, Passionate, Self Motivated, Reliable, Caring, Inclusive, then apply today and start making a difference!
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