Resident Companion

2 weeks ago

Kelso, Scottish Borders, United Kingdom QME Care (Queens House Kelso Ltd) Full time

ROLE PURPOSE

Supporting the wellbeing of residents across QME Care, spending time together either 1-1 or in small groups to enrich the lives of our residents.

Including accompanying residents to engage in local community activities.

You will work alongside the wellbeing team, to ensure all residents are able to engage in social activities, whether this be 1-1 or in groups.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To support residents who benefit from one to one support and activities.
Supporting specifically residents who have less interaction with others in larger social groups.
Assist with the planning and facilitation of monthly themed weeks and seasonal events.
Maintain full and accurate records using the relevant systems and documentation, to monitor, record and evaluate individual and group participation and its success.
To attend internal team and other meetings as required, such as the wellbeing team meeting.
Must be willing to work flexibly including evenings and weekends.
Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times and operate within all policies and procedures

This job duties list is not exclusive, and all staff will be required to complete reasonable work as required by the company.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

Experience in the field of Older Adults, Mental Health and/or Dementia is ideal.
Ability to work flexibly, adapting to the needs and issues of residents.
Must be able to communicate effectively with residents though nonverbal methods.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening skills; able to communicate with a diverse range of people and organisations
Effective time management skills.
Highly organised and selfmotivated.
To be a team player with the ability to use own initiative. Including taking ownership of own workload.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 15 per week

Salary:
£10.31-£10.73 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

COVID-19 considerations:

COVID-19 we are committed to our staff and resident's wellbeing and observe the highest of restrictions throughout all our daily processes.

Ability to commute/relocate:

Kelso TD5 7NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person