Care Assistant / Caregiver

Cashbuild Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Johannesburg is seeking a care assistant to provide high-quality overnight care to residents. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, the ability to maintain dignity, and may not necessarily require previous experience, as training will be provided. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, monitoring residents, and ensuring a safe environment. Full-time position available.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide a high level of care to residents.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and hygiene.
• Monitor residents closely during the night.
• Support residents with eating and drinking.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of the home and equipment.
• Complete care records and report changes.

Job description

Overview

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 .

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

Key Skills

• Senior Care
• Nursing Home Experience
• Hospital Experience
• Acute Care
• Basic Math
• Computer Skills
• Caregiving
• Vital Signs Experience
• Medical Terminology
• Rota Management
• Mentoring
• Leadership Skill

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1