PRESTIGE CARE

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB PURPOSE

To provide physical and emotional support to customers to promote independence so that the customers can remain living in their own homes. To maintain high standards of Health and hygiene in the customers home.

RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND TASKS

1. To work with the customer to maximize and promote their independence.
2. To assist the customer in/out of bed if necessary, to wash, dress and assist with bathing and all appropriate personal care.
3. Using equipment such as hoists for moving and handling customers, to comply with Health and Safety regulations.
4. Emptying catheter bags and any continence management.
5. Attend training as deemed appropriate by the Care Manager.
6. Report immediately to the manager any changes in the customer’s condition.
7. To observe medication from a Dosette box.
8. Record all visits to comply with the Data Protection Act.

SPECIFICATION

• An NVQ 2/ QCF 2 or willing to work towards.
• To be caring and considerate towards customers.
• Previous Care experience (but not essential).
• The ability to work independently or part of a team.
• The ability to observe medication from a Dosette box.
• Must have a clean driving license and car essential.