Care Assistant

AMEC SPIE; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is seeking a dedicated care assistant to support residents throughout the night. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to maintaining dignity. Previous experience is preferred but not required as training will be provided. Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care, monitoring residents, and ensuring safety in the home.

Qualifications

• Ability to ensure residents' dignity and individuality.
• Previous experience of care of older people is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to undergo training.

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs.
• Closely monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks.
• Supporting residents with eating and drinking.
• Completing accurate care records.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience in care preferred

Job description

We are seeking a care assistant who is able to provide the highest possible level of care to our residents during the night. An ability to ensure residents dignity and individuality is maintained at all times is essential, as well as excellent communication skills and an ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience of care of older people is preferred but not essential as training will be given. For more information call or whatsapp [phone].

Main responsibilities:

Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs

Closely monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks

Supporting residents with eating and drinking

Ensuring the home and equipment is safe clean and tidy at all times

Completing accurate care records and reporting any changes in the residents to the person in charge