healthcare

· To look after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of the Clients using a person centred approach

· To observe and promote the Client’s choice, independence, dignity, privacy, fulfilment and other rights

· To create and maintain good professional relationships with Clients, their family and friends and other stakeholders

· To actively support other Care Workers

· To adhere to all regulatory and statutory obligations and policies, procedures and guidelines
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Care provision

· To provide personal care and support to Clients with a wide range of needs, illnesses and disabilities

· To know and understand the care and support of the Client

· To undertake the tasks detailed in the Client’s care and support plan using a person centred approach and in the least intrusive way

· To encourage the independence and motivation of the Client and not foster dependent behaviour

· To provide input into the care and support plans of Clients by regularly feeding back to the nurses

· To assist Clients in all aspects of their needs and daily living i.e. getting up in the morning and going to bed at night, assist Clients to wash, bath and shower etc

· To prepare food and drink for Client’s being aware of the Client’s choice, likes/dislikes, nutritional needs and cultural requirements

· To provide light general household domestic duties, including housework and laundry, as detailed in the care plan or instructed by Management

· To use manual handling equipment safely and correctly

· To take responsibility for the safe handling of property and equipment belonging to the Client and Durban House

· To maintain good communication and develop effective working relationships with Clients and the team

· To provide companionship to the Client, actively talking and listening to them about their interests

· To help the Client to maintain contact with their family and friends

· To accompany the Client on trips into the community

· To ensure that the living environment for the Client is as safe as possible whilst respecting the Client’s choice and right