Senior Social Care Worker (Permanent)(Full Time) - REN13248

Renfrewshire Council; Paisley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking a dedicated individual to deliver care to older adults in care homes. Responsibilities include supporting staff and ensuring respect for residents' dignity and independence. Qualifications include an SVQ Level 3 in Social Care, with shifts including weekends. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council is required within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with older people and supporting staff.
• Knowledge of conditions affecting older adults, such as dementia.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to older adults consistent with Social Work policies.
• Support staff in assisting residents in personal and social care.
• Ensure residents' dignity and promote maximum independence.

Skills

Experience with older people

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of person centred planning

Enthusiasm and motivation

Computer skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or equivalent

Job description

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Working as part of a team supporting care homes for older people, you will be responsible for the delivery of care to older adults, consistent with Social Work policies and procedures. This will involve supporting staff in assisting residents in all aspects of personal and social care in a way which respects their dignity as individuals and promotes their maximum independence.

You must have experience of working with older people and in supporting staff. You will possess excellent communication skills and have knowledge of person centred planning and the key worker role. You should be enthusiastic, motivated and respond positively to new challenges and have computer skills. Specialist knowledge of conditions which affect older adults, such as dementia, would be an advantage and knowledge of council policies and procedures and current relevant legislation.

Possession of an SVQ Level 3 in Social Care, or equivalent, is essential as well as the potential to achieve SVQ Level 4 (2 units) in order to meet SSSC registration requirement. You must be able to work shifts, including weekends, on a rota basis.

You are required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council or achieve registration within 6 months of taking up employment.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.