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Job description

· To provide personal and practical care services for people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities

· To assist clients with a variety of tasks that may include personal cares, dressing / undressing, bathroom related activities and assisting with medication, where necessary

· To assist clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities and help with the use and care of aids and equipment.

· To help care for those who are at the stages of end-of-life.

· To help in the promotion of mental and physical wellbeing of clients through talking to them, engaging in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies, and recreation.

· To undertake domestic duties within a client’s home, as necessary

· To prepare meals and assist with eating and drinking where required.

· Take part in staff and client meetings as directed.

· To conform to all policies, procedures and guidelines laid down by New Venture Care in respect of carrying out your care duties and in other administrative aspects of the business, as relevant.

· To carry out accurately, and in a competent manner, instructions from the management and team leaders, adhering to the support plan and risk assessments of the clients we support.

· To actively talk and listen to clients, enabling them to make personal choices.

· To ensure all visits are for the time allowed, and as scheduled.

· To maintain accurate, concise, relevant, and timely records of the client’s care through feedback notes, medication forms, financial transaction sheets and timesheets

· To document each visit in the feedback notes, detailing tasks undertaken, any changes which have occurred and other relevant information.

· To be considerate in respect of comments recorded in the system so as not to unduly or unintentionally offend or upset the client, as they and their family/representatives are entitled to read these comments.

· To maintain accurate records and documentation around any monies that a client asks to be supported with

· To return all relevant paperwork to the office, where deemed necessary by New Venture Care LTD.

· To be familiar with the Health and Safety Policy and to promote safe working practices.

· To report and appropriately record any accident or incident which may occur – no matter how minor, whether to the client or staff member

· To ensure full compliance with infection control procedures following Company policy.

· To report back to the manager or supervisor on any aspect of the client’s care which, in the view of the support worker, warrants investigation or urgent action.

· To report to management any noticeable changes in health, behavior, or circumstances of a client, maintaining the client’s right to privacy and confidentiality

· To advise supervisors and/or managers of any perceived problems or difficulties experienced with the service provided to the clients we support.

· To advise supervisors and/or managers of any ideas which might enhance or improve the level of service delivered to clients.

· To perform such other duties as may be reasonably required.

· To participate in induction, foundation training, and any other courses which will benefit you in your role, as directed by the management or team leader.

· To participate in and complete further training as required to maintain competency within the role of Support Worker (e.g., refresher training)

· To make yourself available at an agreed, appointed time to assess and review your personal and professional progress (e.g., supervisions, annual appraisals, competency assessments)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• UK visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/08/2023