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Job description

Carry-out your role as a Care Assistant to the highest possible standard to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents..

Responsibilities

• Ensure that specific instructions regarding the treatment and diet of the residents are carried out and recorded as directed, for example, fluid intake.
• Ensure a harmonious atmosphere is maintained in the home at all times for the comfort of the residents.
• Assist in the care and preparation of the residents' clothing and personal belongings.
• Ensure that the residents' bedrooms are clean and odour free at all times and that they are fitted with well laundered and matching bed clothes.
• Contribute to daily activities designed to stimulate and entertain residents and to suggest further activities that can be carried out by staff within the home.
• Assist in the admission and discharge of residents as directed.
• Observe and report any changes in the residents' condition or behaviour, for example, appetite.
• Ensure that all complaints and/or incidents are quickly and concisely reported.
• Assist in the reporting of supplies that are required for residents' care and for the maintenance and hygiene of the home. Maintain accurate nursing documentation as required.
• Continuously observe the Health and Safety policies of the home as documented in the Health and Safety Procedures file.
• Carry out any other duties which be reasonably required within the post.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• No essential skills required.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in a Care role is preferred but not necessary.

Further Information

Location: Innisfree Residential Home, 110 Buckna Road, Ballymena. Employee benefits include: Free onsite parking; Training and development; Promotion opportunities; Attendance incentives.

Application Information

Please send your CV to Shauna Stanford (Manager) via email at: shauna@amstecos.com Or call 02825 684497.