Job Description

PART TIME CARE WORKER.

We pay hourly rate, plus travel time and Mileage

Care and Support:

Give non-discriminatory care and support that values the diverse and unique qualities of each client. See the whole person and not merely a list of care needs. Carefully listen and observe how clients prefer their care and support to be delivered on a day-to-day basis. Help them make their own decisions and to be as independent as possible.

Key Responsibility:

Safely provide compassionate care and support that is centred on the individual needs and wishes of our clients. Respect client's choices and promote their dignity at all times.

You may be the only person the client sees over a period of time; it is therefore essential to report any changes or causes for concern to your line manager promptly. You need to be clear about when to seek help and advice in order to keep clients safe and promote their well-being.

Purpose of Role:

To support clients with all aspects of their day to day living, so they can enjoy the best possible quality of life. Providing care and support is both a challenging and rewarding experience. You will mostly work alone with the client in their home.

Infinity Home Care Ltd.'s Mission Statements and Principles

Infinity Home Care Ltd.'s Aim is:

To promote, offer and deliver high quality care to our clients, ensuring they have the best quality of life while they are in our care.

Infinity Home Care Ltd.'s Promise is:

To provide support with all aspects of personal care, compassion, dignity and professionalism, whilst maintain their independence and promoting active participation in their daily lives.

General Overview of Care Requirements:

Follow instructions in the care and support plan which has been agreed with each customer.

All Aspects of Personal Care:

Showering and bathing. Dressing and grooming. Toileting and continence care. Teeth and dentures.

Medication:

Encouraging, reminding; assisting and giving medicines. Ordering and collecting prescriptions. Returning unwanted medicines to the pharmacy for safe disposal.

Eating and Drinking:

Helping the client to plan what to eat and drink. Gentle encouragement and help to eat and drink well. Shopping, preparing and serving food and drinks. Clearing the table, washing up and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy. Agreeing with the customer how to store food safely and dispose of out-of-date produce.

Light Housework:

Washing floors, vacuuming and sweeping. Laundry and ironing, making beds and changing the linen. Dusting and general tidying.

Social and Physical Activities:

Writing cards, letters or emails. Taking a client out shopping, to see their friends or to other activities. Hobbies and recreations such as reading, photo albums, games, etc.

Support with Temporary and Terminal Illness, including:

End of life care. Hospital appointments.

Recording and Reporting:

Record and report all relevant customer information including: The care and support that you provide and assistance with medicines. Changes to a customer's condition or other concerns. Faulty equipment or hazards in the home. Response to emergencies, accidents and incidents.

Safeguarding:

Contact with families or carers and other professionals. Other matters as required by Care procedures. Keep all information about customers and their families secure and confidential.

Work as Part of the Care Team:

Follow Care policies, procedures and guidance at all times. Take part in staff and customer meetings. Attend training activities and appraisal and development meetings.
This list is not exhaustive and from time to time you may be required to undertake additional duties.

Essential Criteria:

Full UK Driving Licence - (no more than 6 points) Must own car and have Business Car Insurance. Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support. Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own. Commitment to non-discriminatory care practice. Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions. Excellent timekeeper and reliable. Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene, and a smart appearance. General understanding of the needs of people who require care and support. Respect for the rights of our clients. Understanding the importance of giving the best possible care and support centred on the individual needs and wishes of each client. Understanding of why confidentiality is important and what this means as a care worker. Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build positive working relationships with clients, their families, Care staff and other social and health care professionals. Ability to give care and support to customers with aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non- judgmental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy. Good organisational skills, so clients receive the services they expect. Ability to use own initiative and work alone or as part of a team especially in an emergency. Ability to keep written records in clear English about the care and support given to each client, including help with medicines. Ability and willingness to follow care policies, procedures and instructions. Commitment to respecting clients' rights at all times including their rights to privacy, dignity and independence. Willingness to undertake training. All staff are expected to meet regulatory training standards. This role will require you to obtain an enhanced satisfactory clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service formally known as the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure. We do not offer sponsorship.

Desirable Criteria:

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or equivalent. Previous experience as a care worker or as an unpaid carer. Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding procedures. Working knowledge of health and safety matters relating to home care. Flexible approach to working.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: Part time Care worker