Relief Care Assistant

Presbyterian Church in Ireland; Dundonald; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization is seeking a Care Assistant in Dundonald to provide care and support to residents, respecting their dignity and independence. The role includes attending to personal needs, maintaining health and safety standards, and assisting in day-to-day activities. Applicants must be willing to undergo training and support the Christian ethos of the organization.

Qualifications

• Understanding and respect for the needs of residents.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Ability to maintain registration with relevant authorities.

Responsibilities

• Attend to personal needs of residents with dignity.
• Carry out high standards of care as directed.
• Ensure confidentiality of all matters relating to the Home.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Keep appropriate records as directed by Senior Staff.
• Accompany residents on outings or appointments.
• Assist residents in making choices and encouraging independence.

Skills

Understanding of learning and physical disabilities

Awareness of health and safety practices

Proficiency in English

Basic numeracy skills

Education

Relevant training such as NVQ/QCF level 2

Job description

The role of the Care Assistant is to provide care and support for residents within the Christian ethos and aims of the Council for Social Witness

Responsibilities

• To attend to the personal needs of residents on a daily basis, with respect and dignity for the individual.
• To carry out a high standard of care and any daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff.
• To treat all matters relating to the Home with strict confidentiality.
• To maintain a safe environment by ensuring adherence to appropriate Health and Safety and Fire procedures.
• To keep appropriate records, as directed by Senior Staff.
• To bring any areas of concern to the attention of Senior Staff.
• To report all accidents/incidents to senior staff and record as directed.
• To be aware of emergency procedures.
• To accompany residents on outings, holidays, to attend appointments.
• To act as a named worker for designated residents, under the direction of Senior Staff.
• To assist residents to make choices and encourage independence at all times.
• To carry out day care programmes for those residents attending our day care unit as directed by the Day Care Worker.
• To attend training courses and staff meetings as directed by the Manager.
• To undertake day and night duties and assist in housekeeping tasks as required by the home.
• Any other duties as reasonable required by the Home Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

• Evidence an understanding of and respect for the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities.
• Awareness of health and safety practices within a working environment.
• Willing to undertake relevant training e.g. induction training, or NVQ / QCF level 2.
• Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by the duties of the post.
• Basic numeracy required by the duties of the post (as endorsed by appropriate qualification or use of numeracy skills in a work or home environment).
• Willing to work additional hours to fulfil the requirements of the Home.
• Willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.

Further Information

Location- Aaron House.All applicants must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.We are an equal opportunities employer.