At GoodOaks, we're proud of the professional yet personal care and support GoodOaks provide. We are delighted to provide our Social Circles service to clients in the Dorchesterarea. We are an award-winning home care company, we strive to be the go-to provider of quality care by valuing, developing, and rewarding the dedicated individuals who work with us.
We’re looking for a Companionship and Activity Host to join our Dorchesterteam. Based out of your own home, you’ll provide meaningful, person-centred companionship and activities for up to four older people keen to be sociable. Your compassionate work will provide a welcoming environment for our clients, person led activities and a delicious lunch.
What will you do?
* Care for a maximum of 4 older clients in your own home on hosting days.
* Collect and return to your clients at the start and end of the day.
* Offer a nutritious, home-cooked hot lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
* Provide a safe and engaging environment to help support our clients wellbeing.
* Be prepared to assist with personal care and administer medication.
* Create meaningful interactions that stimulate mental and social engagement.
Who are you?
* Previous care experience isn’t essential but you can demonstrate skills and qualities for the role.
* You’re empathetic, and able to read and respond to the emotional needs of older people.
* You gain great satisfaction from delivering engagement and care topeople.
* You’re an excellent listener with the ability to relate to people from various.
* Always bringing a positive and flexible attitude to the role.
* A full driving license, access to a 5-door car, and the ability to transport clients.
* Your home must have easy ground-floor access, a downstairs toilet, and minimal steps.
* You're willing to undertake a DBS check to work with vulnerable adults
* You ideally live in Dorchester. However, any local applications are welcome.
What do we offer?
* Part time working one to three days per week whilst ‘hosting’ from 10am – 2pm
* £110 per day & food costs up to £11 per person
* All expenses covered including mileage at 45p a mile
* Direct and ongoing leadership support both in-person and remotely
* Fully supported risk assessments, health and safety and activity guidance
* Paidtraining will be provided and ongoing development
* Blue Light Card discount Scheme
* Paid DBS check if required
If you’d like to work for a company that values and develops your career while doing a rewarding, life-affirming job, click the apply button below!
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