Care Assistant

Guardian Healthcare; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a dedicated care assistant to provide exceptional support to residents during the night. This role involves assisting with personal care, monitoring residents' well-being, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Previous experience in elder care is a plus, but training will be provided. Join a compassionate team committed to maintaining the dignity and individuality of each resident, making a real difference in their lives.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous experience in care is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs.
• Monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks.
• Completing accurate care records and reporting changes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Care for Older People

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

1. Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs
2. Closely monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks
3. Supporting residents with eating and drinking
4. Ensuring the home and equipment is safe, clean, and tidy at all times
5. Completing accurate care records and reporting any changes in the residents to the person in charge