Care Worker

Responsibilities:
– Provide care and support to individuals in need, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those requiring hospice care
– Administer medications as prescribed and ensure proper documentation
– Assist with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
– Monitor and manage behaviors of individuals with dementia or behavioral challenges
– Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs and restrictions
– Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients
– Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up living spaces
– Follow care plans and communicate any changes or concerns to supervisors or healthcare professionals

Experience:
– Previous experience in a similar role, such as nursing home or senior care facility, is preferred
– Familiarity with medication administration and proper documentation practices
– Knowledge of hospice care principles and practices
– Experience in behavior management techniques for individuals with dementia or behavioral challenges
– First aid certification is a plus

Skills:
– Compassionate and caring attitude towards individuals in need of care
– Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals
– Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities
– Ability to work independently while following established care plans and protocols

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Potential Candidates Must:

– Own a car that can be used for work .

– Have a driving licence.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £20,960.00 per year

Benefits:

• UK visa sponsorship

Day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

• Homecare

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Domiciliary Care: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Basildon, Essex (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Basildon, Essex: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RUMAX Limited – Care Worker