Domiciliary Care Worker


Job description

The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible. Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet and caring manner, always ensuring the service user's right to privacy and dignity is maintained. .

Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care and support to clients in their own homes
  • Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Help with meal preparation and feeding if necessary
  • Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals
  • Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry and tidying up
  • Accompany clients to appointments and outings
  • Monitor and report any changes in clients health or behaviour 

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to multi task
  • Pleased note the role entails lifting and transferring clients if needed
  • Completion of an Access NI Enhanced Disclosure
  • Registration with The Northern Ireland Social Care Council
  • Legal right to work in the UK
  • Must have full valid driving licence and access to car

Desirable Skills

  • Prior experience as a Care Worker or in a similar role is preferred, but not required Training will be provided for the right candidate

Further Information

Must be flexible to work every other weekend shift pattern.

Vacancy ID
1647645
Job ref.
J107273
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Glenavy
Salary
£12 - £13.30 per hour
No. vacancies
10
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
40
Published date
27/03/2024
Closing date
08/05/2024
Worktime
Various shifts available, mornings, evenings and weekends

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