Night Care Worker

We are looking for a Care Worker to join our Care Home Torestin located in Tiers Cross, Haverfordwest. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Purpose of the Position:

• To share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of residents in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence.
• To help in the care of the residents’ physical environment and in the general day-to-day activities of the home.
• To take charge of delegated responsibilities for the residents under your care, to the appropriate level.
• To help train junior members of staff in all aspects of their work in the home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and using the toilet
• Help residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities such as incontinence; help in the care and use of aids and personal equipment
• Make and change beds; tidy rooms and do light cleaning.
• Answer emergency bells, the door and the telephone; greet visitors.
• Serve meals; assist residents at meal times if required; wash up utensils.
• Assist a senior member of staff who has been assessed as competent with medication administration.
• To perform other such reasonable duties as may be required.

Previous Care Experience is desirable but not essential

Qualifications:

• Good IT skills.
• A reasonable level of numeracy and literacy.
• Good communication skills, Attention to detail and have a calm approach.
• Flexible and able to work in a team.
• Willingness to complete in-house training for this job role.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations

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