MAIN FUNCTION OF JOB

The Care Assistant will carry out a high standard of care and assist to meet residents’ individual needs within a caring environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

· To attend to the personal needs of residents on a daily basis, with respect and dignity for the individual.

· To carry out a high standard of care and any daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff.

· To treat all matters relating to the Home with strict confidentiality.

· To maintain a safe environment by ensuring adherence to appropriate Health and Safety and Fire procedures.

· To keep appropriate records, as directed by Senior Staff.

· To bring any areas of concern to the attention of Senior Staff.

· To report all accidents/incidents to senior staff and record as directed.

· To be aware of emergency procedures.

· To accompany residents on outings, holidays, to attend appointments.

· To act as a named worker for designated residents, under the direction of Senior Staff.

· To assist residents to make choices and encourage independence at all times.

· To carry out day care programmes for those residents attending our day care unit as directed by the Day Care Worker.

· To attend training courses and staff meetings as directed by the Manager.

· To undertake day and night duties and assist in housekeeping tasks as required by

· the home.

· Any other duties as reasonable required by the Home Manager.

General

All members of staff will be required to be flexible in their work and co-operate with their colleagues to ensure the highest standard of care.

In carrying out the duties of Care Assistant the person will require the following:

· To be in sympathy with the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.

· To have integrity, honesty and patience.

· To have an understanding of the needs of the residents in a residential situation.

· To have an even temperament.

· To have an ability to treat residents as individuals and tolerate their likes and dislikes.

· To have an ability to work as a member of the caring team.

· To respect the authority and direction of the senior members of staff in the Home

This job description is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and can be changed or augmented at any time to meet changing needs.

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