Care Assistant

Date: 04 August 2024
Salary: £11.44 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing Date: 03 September 2024
Location: Caernarfon, Gwynedd
Remote Work: On-site only
Company: Marbryn Residential Home
Job Type: Permanent
Job Reference: MARB3622

Summary:

Purpose of the Role:

• Ensure residents at Marbryn Residential Home are the center of care.
• Help residents live their lives as they wish.
• Manage all aspects of care within the home.
• Work with other agencies and attend meetings to benefit residents.
• Administer medications.

Responsibilities:

• Manage residents’ property, such as medicine and cash.
• Use specialist equipment to help residents live as they wish. Report any issues and follow training protocols.
• Lead and manage the care home, making decisions in the absence of managers.
• Handle emergencies and lead in critical situations.
• Recognize and respond to changes in residents’ health and well-being.
• Make informed decisions independently and seek support when needed.

Care Worker Duties:

• Build strong relationships with residents to understand their needs and empower them.
• Be creative and inclusive in providing care.
• Act as a key worker for residents, participating in meetings and documenting their care.
• Administer and manage medications according to service policy.
• Support residents’ rights and encourage them to take informed risks.
• Promote independence and develop personal care plans with residents.
• Plan and implement activities based on residents’ needs.
• Help residents develop social skills and address any barriers to their goals.
• Explore new ways to support residents using their strengths and resources.
• Participate in discussions about residents’ well-being and how to support their goals.
• Assist with housekeeping and light meal preparation.

Communication and Relationships:

• Work with health and care professionals like social workers, nurses, and GPs.
• Build connections with family and community networks to help residents.

Training and Supervision:

• Commit to personal development and continuous learning.
• Attend training and team meetings to improve service and staff well-being.
• Register with the Care Council for Wales and follow professional codes of practice.

Safeguarding:

• Report any concerns about abuse of children or vulnerable adults.

Policies:

• Manage information according to data protection laws.
• Follow health and safety regulations and the home’s policies.
• Adhere to the home’s code of practice for administering medicines.

Special Circumstances:

• Complete DBS checks.
• Work unsociable hours, including weekends and bank holidays, on a rota basis.
• Be flexible to work at other service sites if needed.