Job Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Community Support Worker, where your dedication and caring nature will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring assistance with daily activities and health needs. In this vital role, you will provide personalized support to seniors, individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's, and those in hospice or home care settings. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help foster independence, safety, and well-being within our community. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your caregiving skills while making a positive impact every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
- Support patient care routines including medication administration and health monitoring
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal cleanup
- Manage behavioral challenges through compassionate behavior management techniques
- Provide transportation for appointments or errands, ensuring safe driving practices
- Engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental stimulation and social interaction
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Support families and caregivers by communicating updates and providing emotional support
Qualifications
- Prior experience in assisted living, nursing home care, or home care environments is highly desirable
- Knowledge of dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, and senior care best practices
- Certification or training in first aid and CPR is preferred
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely when assisting with mobility or transfers
- Strong caregiving skills with a focus on patient-centered support and compassion
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for transportation duties
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals
Join us in creating a nurturing environment where every individual receives the respectful care they deserve. Your dedication as a Community Support Worker will help enhance quality of life while building rewarding relationships within our community.
Pay: £13.45-£13.70 per hour
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
