Health Care Assistant / Carer / Care Worker
Location: Southampton England
Description: AWD Recruitment Limited is at the momment seeking for Health Care Assistant / Carer / Care Worker right now, this occupation will be placed in England. Further informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. required for a national charity that provides essential holiday/respite breaks with care for physically disabled adults and their car! ers in a registered facility, based in Netley Abbey, Southampton.
PLEASE NOTE: This position requires the person to hold a minimum category D1 driving licence for at least 2 years and to be over 21 years of age as a requirement of the charities insurance provider. In addition the person must successfully complete the MIDAS assessment and Passenger Restraint Systems training.
JOB PURPOSE | Health Care Assistant / Carer / Care Worker
To deliver modern high quality care for disabled people in a holiday/respite setting and to escort guests on daily excursions. Full clean driving license will be required.
DUTIES | Health Care Assistant / Carer
Carry out specific daily care for guests in accordance with individual care plans
Assist in providing all aspects of care to guests, giving attention to their social needs within a holiday environment. Providing care responsibility during trips and entertainment
Keeping ! accurate and thorough records of all guests on a daily basis. !
Work closely with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, actively encouraging and supporting them in the care of guests
Report any information to the duty nurse regarding problems or changes in the guests condition/care requirements
Report all accidents and incidents relating to guests, volunteers and staff to the centre management team. Take appropriate action in each instance
Advising and actively supporting other staff and volunteers in the general care of guests
Assist with daily routines within the centre, which will also include assisting with Restaurant / Dining Room duties
Attend staff meetings and training as required by the management team
Participate in training of other staff members, volunteers and students
Uphold safe working practices within the boundaries of The Health and Safety at Work Act
DRIVING RESPONSIBILITIES | Health Care Assistant / Carer
You will be required ! to drive a minibus for up to 8 people on daily excursions
Ensure the safety of guests on vehicles through correct loading, clamping and belting
Assist in cleaning the vehicles after use
Make daily checks as required on oil, water, tyres, passenger restraints etc
Assist in preparing documentation for each excursion and volunteer allocation
Assist the management team in planning, assessing and delivering excursions
This position requires the person to have at least an NVQ 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care. If you don’t have this already you must be willing to undertake training to achieve an NVQ 2 qualification.
Successful Health Care Assistant / Carer candidates will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week. This will include unsociable hours such as evenings and weekends. The centre is also open for Christmas and New Year.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please subm! it your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s! of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
SALARY:
Market Rates
LOCATION:
Netley Abbey, Southampton Hampshire
TYPE:
Permanent
REFERENCE:
AWDO-P347-288
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to AWD Recruitment Limited.
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This occupation starts available on: Thu, 11 Jul 2013 09:30:28 GMT