ENHANCED WEKEND RATE
Overview
The Home Care Worker plays a vital role in providing compassionate and personalised care to individuals in their own homes. This position is essential for supporting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those they care for, particularly seniors or individuals with special needs.
Duties
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Administer medication as prescribed and monitor clients for any side effects or changes in condition.
- Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Implement behaviour management strategies to support clients with challenging behaviours.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' mental well-being.
- Perform heavy lifting when necessary to assist clients with mobility or transfers.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment in the client's home, ensuring hygiene standards are met.
- Document care provided and report any changes in the client's condition to healthcare professionals or family members.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of patient care principles and practices.
- Experience in medication administration and understanding of medical terminology.
- Proficiency in meal preparation that caters to specific dietary needs.
- Ability to manage behaviours effectively, demonstrating patience and empathy.
- Physical capability for heavy lifting and assisting clients with mobility issues.
- Previous experience in nursing homes, hospice care, or senior care settings is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with clients and their families.
- A caring attitude with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.
This role requires dedication, resilience, and a compassionate heart to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Note: WE DO NOT TAKE SPONSORSHIPS at this time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Communication skills: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Location:
* Barnsley (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 100% (required)
Work Location: On the road