Social Care Practitioner, Whitdale Care Home, 492.106 - WEL09210

West Lothian Council; Whitburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council seeks a Social Care Practitioner for Whitdale Care Home. Candidates will engage in care planning, medication administration, and provide support to older residents, ensuring high-quality, non-discriminatory care. This role requires experience with older individuals and completion of SSSC registration after starting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with older people, preferably in a care home setting.
• Willingness to work towards SVQ Level 3 if not already possessed.
• Essential registration with SSSC within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead care planning process and write resident review reports.
• Administer medication and manage ordering/storage.
• Provide personal care and support for older residents.

Skills

Medication Administration

Care Planning

Non-Discriminatory Care Practices

Understanding Mental Health Needs

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

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35 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, +14% shift allowance

Previous applicants need not apply

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Whitdale Care Home provides care and support for frail older people and those with dementia. We are looking for people interested in working with older people in this environment.

As a Social Care Practitioner you will work as part of a team on a rota basis (including weekends). We currently have a 35hr post within our Whitdale Care Home in Whitburn.

You will take the lead in the care planning process for residents in consultation with other staff. You will write review reports, attend multi - disciplinary reviews for residents.

You will administer medication to residents and be responsible for all aspects of ordering and storing the medication.

You will ensure that care practice is non- discriminatory and that residents personal beliefs and preferences are appropriately acknowledged

You should be aware of and responsible to the needs of older people with mental health problems, e.g. dementia

You will provide for the personal care, support and emotional needs of older people requiring residential care.

You will provide a service compatible with professional social work practice and within the policies, procedures and standards set by the service.

It is desirable that you possess an SVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, however you can be working towards this or be willing to work towards it. You should have experience of working with older people, preferably in a care home setting

This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

Having a criminal conviction does not necessarily bar you from gaining employment with West Lothian Council. To view Disclosure Scotland's Code of Practice visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk