Care Staff (Senior Day Care Centre)

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A community eldercare organization in Singapore seeks dedicated individuals to support seniors' physical and mental well-being. Responsibilities include monitoring health, providing personal care, and ensuring the safety of seniors. Ideal candidates will have experience in eldercare, proficiency in Mandarin, and a genuine passion for serving the elderly. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of working experience in healthcare/eldercare setting.
• Passionate and patient in serving seniors.
• Required proficiency in Mandarin and/or dialects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor seniors' physical and mental health and well-being.
• Provide personal care to seniors.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness in the center.

Skills

Customer service

Communication in Mandarin

Empathy and patience

Education

Diploma in Healthcare Management

WSQ Diploma in Social Service

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Established since 1981, Care Corner Singapore has been a steadfast pillar of support for those in need and the less privileged within our community. Our journey spans over decades, dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. At the heart of what we do is our core values of integrity, Compassion, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence as we continuously strive to develop new innovative programmes to support the needs of our community.

At Care Corner, we offer a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes staff wellbeing and believes in the development and growth of our people. We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset.

Join our team and be part of an innovative organisation where every role contributes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, if you are seeking a rewarding opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, we invite you to apply today.

Visit us at www.carecorner.org.sg to learn more about our organisation and available opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support team in monitoring of seniors' physical and mental health and well-being:

• Conduct visual check and take/monitor vital signs
• Act on clients' irregular conditions, report to senior care staff or supervisor and caregiver, if necessary, record in communication notes, submit incident report where needed
• Identify changes in seniors' well-being/behaviours, report to caregivers, plan and monitor Individualised Care Plan (ICP)with Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
• Respond to emergency and accidents. Use of PPE if required
• Administer medications following SOP, after being trained

2. Provide high level of customer service and engagement:

• Plan and lead in exercises and activities for the seniors
• Serve meals and teabreaks
• Provide personal care to seniors to carry out their routine activities, being attentive to their needs and ensure their safety in the centre.

3. Ensure safety and cleanliness:

• Assist seniors in toileting.
• Mobility and transfer safety after being trained
• Follow infection control procedures, maintain cleanliness and safety of the premise
• Provide support as a transport escort to send and fetch clients to and from centre, if BCLS-trained.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 1 year of working experience in healthcare/eldercare setting is preferred or possess any of the following:

• Diploma in Healthcare Management or Gerontology
• WSQ Diploma in Social Service
• SGUS programme for Care and Coordination (Community Eldercare)
• WSQ Certificate in Healthcare (Therapist Support or Nursing)

Requirements:

• Only Singaporeans
• Passionate and patience in serving the seniors
• Required to attend to seniors who are mostly mandarin/dialect-speaking. Proficiency in mandarin and/or dialects is essential
• Humble, willing to learn, team player
• Self-driven, willing to take on challenges
• Able to drive is an added advantage.

OTHER INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest and application. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Care Corner Seniors Services Ltd