About this role
To live in a client’s home and provide a variety of non-medical services that enhance the quality of their life. To help clients and their families meet the challenges of aging with dignity, pride, care and compassion.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide live in care, usually working aloneReflect the core values of Home Instead Senior Care 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 conditionsYou 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 outingsHelp with travel arrangementsOrganise mail and write lettersAssist with walking (lending an arm to steady)Accompany 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 mealsAnswer the doorAssist with pet careSupervise home maintenanceHelp 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 drinkProvide Dementia / Alzheimer careProvide respite / convalescence careAssist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck inSecondary Responsibilities:
Participate in company sponsored training and social events including CAREGiver meetingsReport hours according to office policy & communicate changes in availability in a timely mannerParticipate in PEAQ engagement SurveyDocument client information in Client and Life JournalMay require you to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client using your vehicle or a client’s vehiclePerform other reasonable duties as assignedAbility to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respecAbility 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 mannerWillingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead Senior Care office teams and other social and health care professionals Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own. Commitment to non-discriminatory care practiceWilling to seek guidance when needed and follow instructionsExcellent time keeper who is organised and reliableAbility to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short noticeGood hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearanceGood level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the jobThis role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant bodyClass 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes) If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and are flexible to meet our Clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please click on 'I'm Interested' or alternatively, contact us on 01424 401402.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead Senior Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.