Domicilliary Support Worker

Meadow Lodge Home Care Services; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable home care service provider in Wakefield is seeking dedicated caregivers to provide personal care, assist with meal preparation, and support clients with medication management. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to high-quality care for vulnerable individuals. A valid driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team is required.
• Adaptability and flexibility in work approach are necessary.
• Must remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• Confidentiality must always be maintained.
• Commitment to providing quality care to vulnerable individuals is crucial.
• Full driving Licence or being a provisional driver nearing practical test is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Assist with meal preparation and ensure balanced nutrition.
• Administer medication according to care plans.
• Support with housekeeping tasks like cleaning and laundry.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Observe and report health changes to the care team.
• Keep clients' care plans updated and needs met.
• Maintain accurate records of care and progress.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Flexible and adaptable approach

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Commitment to high-quality care

Full driving Licence

Job description

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care to clients in their own homes, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Assisting clients with meal preparation and feeding and ensuring that they have a balanced and nutritious diet.
• Administering medication in accordance with care plans and ensuring that clients take medication as prescribed.
• Assisting with housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
• Providing companionship and emotional support to clients and encouraging them to participate in activities and hobbies.
• Observing and reporting any changes in clients' health or behaviour to the care team.
• Ensuring that clients' care plans are up-to-date and that their needs are always met.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of clients' care and progress.

Qualifications

• Essential: Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Essential: Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Essential: Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Essential: Ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with challenging situations
• Essential: Ability to always maintain confidentiality
• Essential: A commitment to providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals
• Essential: Full driving Licence/provisional driver nearing practical test.