About this role
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide live in care, usually working aloneReflect the core values of Home Instead franchiseContribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of lifeAs you will be staying in the client’s home, you will follow their house rules and be mindful of their need for privacyYou may be the only person the client sees over a period of time; it is therefore essential to document daily activities and report any changes or causes for concern in a client’s needs or living conditions.You need to be clear about when to seek help and advice to keep clients safe and promote their well-beingMaintain regular communication with line manager and office staffCOMPANIONSHIP services which could include, but are not limited to:
Offer companionship and conversationMonitor diet and eatingStimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies and crafts)Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities and outingsAccompany to appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings)HOME HELP services which could include, but are not limited to:
Run errands / collect prescriptions etcPerforming light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants etc.)Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry datesPlan prepare and tidy away mealsHelp with shopping and oversee home deliveriesPERSONAL CARE services which could include, but are not limited to:
Provide medication remindersHelp with bathing, dressing and groomingHelp with continence careAssist to eat and drinkAssist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck inPerson profile:
An experienced caregiver preferably with experience in caring for a client living with dementiaPro active and willing to be a little assertive when neededA strong awareness of risk and safetyAble to manage within reason difficult dynamics within a family group and not easily become offendedA caregiver who would be equipped to cook fresh well-balanced meal. (Some experience with a diabetic diet would be beneficial)Essential Criteria:
Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respectAbility to adapt to various living environments and locationsAbility to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant mannerAbility to cook nutritious mealsExcellent timekeeper who is organised and reliableAbility to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short noticeFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance is required