Responsibilities
* When required liaise with Social Workers, District Nurses and other agency professionals within the multidisciplinary team.
* Contribute towards communicating changes of requirements.
* Ensure that you work within the company policies and procedures.
* Attending training and expanding your personal development.
* Assist customers as appropriate with their personal needs, such as dressing, washing, meal preparation and access to their community as detailed in the Care Plan.
* When working within a customer's home setting you may be assisting customers with, or where necessary carry out light housework, such as dusting, sweeping/ vacuuming carpets, living rooms/ kitchens/ bathrooms and toilets, polishing furniture using dusters/ mops/ equipment, washing and ironing clothing and bed linen, preparing and cooking a meal.
* Following the outcome focused model, encourage customers to undertake personal care and tasks which they are capable of, recognising that their abilities may change, in some circumstances, on a day-to-day basis
Qualifications
* Relevant qualifications or experience in healthcare are desired, but not essential.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A compassionate and empathetic nature.
Requirements
* A valid UK driving license and access to a reliable vehicle are essential.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Availability to work shifts between 7 AM - 2 PM or 4 PM - 10 PM.
* Availability to work weekends.
Benefits
* Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.
* Competitive rates of pay
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension scheme
* Weekly Pay
* 28 days Annual Leave
* FREE uniform
* PAID training
* Blue light and Lifestyle discount cards
* Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction
* Staff events and company rewards
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