Abbey Wood Court is a Residential and Nursing facility in Retford. We are looking for talented senior Care Assistants who are ready for supporting the elderly by providing excellent care within a safe environment. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care. The main duties are as follows:
-To provide leadership to the care staff within Abbey Wood Court - this includes mentoring, coaching and supporting carers through the day to day running of the 62 Bed home.
-To provide care in accordance with current best practices, according to policy and procedures, agreed standards, legislative requirements, relevant regulations under the direction of the Manager
-To supervise the care services within Abbey Wood Court in accordance with agreed standards
-To maintain skills at a current level, and undertake such training and development as may from time-to-time be required to maintain practices as up-to-date
Proficient Written Skills
-Maintain all Care Plans/care records in accordance with Aspen Hill Village policy and audit care records following company policy to ensure compliance
-Knowledge of Nourish Care Planning Systems is desirable.
Leadership Skills
-Ability to induct and orientate new employees to the job role and service
-Organise and plan supervision and appraisals for care staff
-Provide and oversee staff providing people with support/assistance as they accomplish daily tasks, including bathing, eating, dressing, grooming and using the bathroom
-Dispense medication following Aspen Hill Village policies and procedures
-Communicate any problems, concerns or changes to Service Users’ family members as needed
Communication Skills
-Senior Carers need to build rapport with Service Users by establishing personal connections and showing interest in their lives
-The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team, with Service Users and their families/friends, whilst recognising people’s needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly
-To greet visitors and show prospective Service Users and families the facilities as required.
Problem-Solving Skills
-Senior Carers need to be able to adapt and address situations quickly. Plan, develop, implement and assess approaches to promote health and well-being, whilst recognising and reporting situations where there might be a need for protection
-You are required to have an NVQ3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, a background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
Become a Keyworker and make a difference.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.05 per hour
Work Location: In person
