Senior Care Assistant

1 month ago

Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Careline Lifestyles Full time
About Us

Careline Lifestyles is a specialist provider of residential and nursing care for adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, and complex physical disabilities.

We are a family-run organization with over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality care services. Our team of dedicated professionals works tirelessly to support individuals in living meaningful lives and reaching their personal potential.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Nevilles Court. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our care team to deliver exceptional care to our residents.

You will be responsible for assisting the Nurse in Charge/Manager in ensuring that care staff are carrying out delegated tasks to a high standard. You will also support care assistants in fulfilling their roles and provide feedback on areas of concern or positive interactions and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Support the Nurse in Charge/Manager in ensuring that care staff are carrying out delegated tasks to a high standard.
  2. Support care assistants in fulfilling their roles and provide feedback on areas of concern or positive interactions and outcomes.
  3. Assist in meeting the personal needs of residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes independence.
  4. Help in the care of residents' physical environment and in general day-to-day activities of the home.
  5. Assist residents in leading a full life, organizing activities such as handicrafts, games, reading, and outings.
  6. Assist in recognizing, assessing, and meeting the emotional, physical, medical, and spiritual needs of residents.
  7. Act as a key worker and encourage residents in taking decisions in matters that affect their lives.
  8. Be actively involved in Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and carry out key worker roles, including handing over information and communicating with outside services.
  9. Collaborate with families of residents, feeding back information and ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
  10. Follow the leadership of the Nurse in Charge of the shift and work in partnership with the Nurse to ensure a high standard of care is being given at all times.
  11. Administer and record on all relevant documentation, residential medication packages.
  12. Contribute to the assessment of need of each resident in conjunction with the resident, relevant professional agencies, and where appropriate, the resident's family.
  13. Assist in developing and carrying out an appropriate Care Plan that provides a satisfactory quality of life for the resident, carrying out that programme and recording any appropriate information relating to same.
  14. Report to senior staff any action/recommendations that have not been carried out.
  15. Assist in carrying out risk assessments appertaining to individuals and activities, and ensure that all risk assessment proposals are carried out.
  16. Assist the Home Manager with supervisions and appraisals of care staff.
  17. Take responsibility for Health & Safety issues, including reporting any dangers to self and others.
  18. Assist residents who need help with personal care.
  19. Help residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence, and assist with the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
  20. Assist in maintaining good standards of food presentation and hygiene and cleanliness.
  21. Prepare and serve meals and assist residents where necessary, helping to clear away dishes afterwards.
  22. Inspect, mend, launder, and iron residents' clothing or supervise them doing same if appropriate.
  23. Answer the door and telephone and greet visitors in an appropriate manner.
  24. Assist professionals, such as nurses, physiotherapists, and chiropodists, if necessary.
  25. Read and write reports, take part in staff and resident meetings, and in training activities as directed, on or off site.
  26. Read all relevant communications, sign, and carry out instructions.
  27. Report any changes in residents' condition to the Nurse in Charge/Manager.
  28. Record incidents to residents, staff, or visitors in the Accident Book or other relevant documentation.
  29. Record all complaints, comments, etc. appropriately and take proper action where possible, and report the matter immediately to management.
  30. Care for residents' property and that belonging to the home as directed.
  31. Care for equipment and report any defects to the Manager.
  32. Clean up spillages as they occur using appropriate equipment supplied and as specified in the Control of Infection Policy.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive hourly rate of £12.25 and a 40-hour working week. The shift pattern is predominantly nights, covering three shifts one week and four shifts the following week on a rotational basis.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and caring individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional care, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you.

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