Live in carer

Company DescriptionHome Instead Charnwood's mission is to brighten the lives of seniors giving them a sense of purpose, well-being & worth. This role will play a vital part in ensuring that our clients receive the best in class quality care and support the growth of our business.Job DescriptionProvide live-in care, usually working alone (alongside a job share)Reflect the core values of the Home Instead Senior Care franchiseContribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of lifeAs you will be staying in the client’s home, you will follow their house rules and be mindful of their need for privacyYou may be the only person the client sees over some time, it is therefore essential to document daily activities and report any changes or causes for concern in a client’s needs or living conditionsYou need to be clear about when to seek help and advice to keep clients safe and promote their well-beingMaintain regular communication with line manager and office staffCompanionship services could include, but are not limited to:Offer companionship and conversationMonitor diet and eatingStimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies, and crafts)Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities, and outingsHelp with travel arrangementsOrganise mail and write lettersAssist with walking (lending an arm to steady)Accompany appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings)HOME HELP services could include, but are not limited to:Run errands / collect prescriptions etcPerforming light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, and kitchens, washing, and ironing, taking out the rubbish, caring for houseplants, etc.)Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry datesPlan prepare and tidy away mealsAnswer the doorAssist with pet careSupervise home maintenanceHelp with shopping and oversee home deliveriesPERSONAL CARE services could include, but are not limited to:Provide medication remindersHelp with bathing, dressing, and groomingHelp with continence careAssist to eat and drinkProvide Dementia / Alzheimer's careProvide respite/convalescence careAssist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck inSecondary Responsibilities:Participate in company sponsored training and social events including CAREGiver meetingsReport hours according to office policy & communicate changes in availability promptlyParticipate in PEAQ engagement SurveyDocument client information in Client and Life JournalMay require you to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client using your vehicle or a client’s vehiclePerform other reasonable duties as assignedQualificationsUK driving license and access to your vehicle is essential Additional InformationWe encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Health Care ProviderExperience level: Not ApplicableIndustry: Hospital And Health Care