Home Care Assistant - Bristol, United Kingdom - myCrew Healthcare

Description

Qualifications & Experience

Previous experience working in a care role is desirable but not essential as a full induction and ongoing training will be provided.

Good verbal and written communication skills and good organisational and time management skills are very important.
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Please note:_ As this role involves giving care to patients in their own home you
must have a driving license and have access to a vehicle.


Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care provision are maintained at all times.
• To undertake all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Right at Home at all times
• Liaise closely with the Registered Manager at all times.
• Duties will include aspects of personal care to allow Clients to maintain their personal hygiene, appearance and physical comfort.
• Assisting in the preparation and making of meals, drinks and snacks.
• To provide assistance with other tasks of daily living which may include cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of their environment, shopping, laundry and bill paying.
• To assist Clients to take medication as identified in their care plan.
• Participate in team meetings, staff events, attend any training provided by the company and reviews as required.
• To work as part of a team with colleagues
• To work in accordance with the weekly work schedule and maintain timely records.
• To provide social support, talking and listening to the Client, helping them to maintain contact with friends and family and other contacts in potentially isolating situations.
• To contribute to the safe moving and handling of Clients to maximise their physical abilities and mobility.
• Act on your own initiative and exercise good decision making skills.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract


Salary:
£11.50-£14.50 per hour


Expected hours:
No less than 16 per week


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Care home: 1 year (preferred)
• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (preferred)

Work Location:
On the road


Reference ID:
HomecareFeb2024