Domiciliary Care Workers

Mountbatton Care Services; Sefton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountbatton Care Services in Southport, Merseyside is seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers to provide high-quality support in home care settings and assisted living facilities. Salaries are paid up to £13.20 per hour for part-time roles, with additional overtime opportunities.

The role involves assisting with daily activities, mobility, and meal preparation, with driving duties for those who are drivers.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in assisted living, nursing home, or home care is desirable.
• Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, or senior care is advantageous.
• Ability to handle heavy lifting safely and assist mobility needs; training provided.
• Excellent communication and compassionate demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility
• Support with medication administration in accordance with prescribed guidelines
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs
• Provide care for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia
• Assist with light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Monitor health status and report concerns to healthcare professionals
• Offer emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' quality of life

Skills

Care experience

Dementia care

Mobility assistance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Job description

Domiciliary Care Workers - Driver/Non drivers

Location: Southport, Merseyside

Salary: up to £13.20 per hour

Vacancy Type: Part-time + additional overtime hours available

The Role

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Workers to provide high-quality support and assistance to individuals in various care settings, including assisted living, nursing homes, and home care environments. The ideal candidate will have a genuine desire to improve the wellbeing of others and possess relevant experience in senior care, dementia care, or hospice care. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through personalised care and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility
• Support with medication administration in accordance with prescribed guidelines
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs
• Provide specialised care for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Monitor health status and report any concerns to healthcare professionals promptly
• Offer emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' quality of life

Driver Role - applicants must have a valid driving licence and access to their own car.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in assisted living, nursing home, or home care environments is desirable
• Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, or senior care is advantageous
• Ability to handle heavy lifting safely and assist with mobility needs, training provided
• Excellent communication skills and compassionate demeanour
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required, including weekends if necessary

This role provides an enriching career opportunity for caring individuals committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others.