Social Care Assistant - Elderly Support

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Supportive team

Regular hours

Satisfaction of helping seniors

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Social Care Assistant to provide essential support to elderly clients in the Upington area. You will assist with daily living activities, offer companionship, and help ensure safety and well-being in clients' homes.

Join a supportive team with ongoing training, flexible hours where possible, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in seniors’ lives through respectful, patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caregiving, preferably with the elderly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient, compassionate demeanor.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions accurately.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures in a care setting.
• Willingness to work in and around the Upington region.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities.
• Accompany clients to appointments and errands in the Upington community.
• Monitor clients' well-being and report any changes or concerns to supervisors.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable living environment for all clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Reliable and punctual

Ability to follow care plans

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and reliable Social Care Assistant to provide essential support to elderly individuals in the Upington area. This role is focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors by assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and ensuring their safety and well-being. You will be a vital source of support and connection for our elderly clients, enabling them to live with dignity and independence in their own homes. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a direct positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities.
• Accompany clients to appointments and errands in the Upington community.
• Monitor clients' well-being and report any changes or concerns to supervisors.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable living environment for all clients.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a caregiving role, preferably with the elderly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient, compassionate demeanor.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions accurately.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures in a care setting.
• Willingness to work in and around the Upington region.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and benefits package.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Supportive team and management structure.
• Opportunity for regular hours and client interaction.
• The deep satisfaction of providing crucial care and support to seniors.