Care Worker - Meloosha Homecare - 18622

Employer:     

Meloosha Homecare supports people to remain in the comfort, security, and familiarity of their own homes. Their carers help clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life, providing support that enables them to continue living life on their terms.

Environment: 

The purpose of the care provided by Meloosha Homecare staff is to support individuals who choose to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes and to help them live as independent and active lives as possible by supporting them. The tasks carers undertake will be agreed by the client and the Meloosha Homecare Manager once they have assessed the client’s needs. This will be written down in the Care Plan, which will be kept in the client’s home. This document will specify your duties for each individual client you work with, and it will be your responsibility to follow this and other supporting documents, reporting any changes that you or your client identifies. Shifts are available between 7:00am and 10:00pm, operating on a flexible rota basis across 5 days from 7, including weekends. Open to discussion about flexibility to suit caring or studying responsibilities. Gloves, aprons and all protective work wear must be worn when necessary.

What might a day in this role look like?

The following list gives examples of the type of duties you may undertake. All of these should be done in a manner which encourages clients towards the maximum degree of independence and activity appropriate to their abilities:

• Assist getting up in the morning including washing/bathing and dressing and maintaining personal appearance 
• Assist with undressing and getting to bed in the evening  
• Assist with preparation and cooking of meals, drinks and snacks when necessary 
• Provide assistance with toileting and changing clothes and/or bedding where necessary 
• Maintain and wash clothes and bedlinen (which may include soiled laundry) when necessary  
• Assist with other tasks of personal daily living  
• Assist and encourage the management of medication or administer where necessary and appropriate, and monitoring health related conditions such as dietary and fluid intake
• Help clients with mobility difficulties, or other physical disabilities, including incontinence
• Help in the use of aids and other personal equipment.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake or supervise the personal care of clients, preparation of appropriate meals, shopping, bill payment and collection of prescriptions and general household tasks
• Ensure clients retain individuality and personal dignity by promoting high standards of care and encouraging independence where appropriate
• Ensure that different cultural needs are catered for sensitively
• Respect the confidential nature of the work 
• Provide direct care to clients as circumstances require 
• Attend meetings and training courses as required
• Contribute to an effective system of communication within the team, by discussion and regular team meetings
• Ensure that the Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities policies are implemented at all times. 

What will I learn?

Whether you have previous care experience or come from a customer service background, full training and ongoing support will be provided to help you succeed in this rewarding role. 

What qualifications/skills are required?

Essential Qualities:

• Understanding the client’s needs
• An ability to handle emergency situations
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Use of own vehicle.

Desired Qualities although not essential as training would be provided:

• Previous experience 
• Relevant SVQ qualifications.

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