Live In Care Assistant
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3 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
What youll do
You will support a male client living in Stoke on Trent who has a C4 Frankel C spinal cord injury resulting in tetraplegia following a car accident. Due to the nature of his injury and associated health conditions he requires ongoing support and monitoring to ensure his safety and well-being.
Your role will include assisting with daily living activities while promoting and encouraging the clients independence wherever possible. You will also monitor for signs and symptoms of Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) and follow the agreed management plan working closely with guidance from the clients spinal injury care team.
The client self-directs his care and household routines so it is important that you communicate clearly ask how he would like tasks completed and follow his guidance before providing support. At times he may experience difficulties with concentration or occasional confusion so patience and understanding are essential.
The client lives with his companion dog Mitzie who plays an important role in supporting his emotional well-being and motivation. You will help support a calm positive environment that encourages the client to remain active spend time in the garden and maintain a good quality of life.
Qualifications :
What were looking for:
Someone who shows patience understanding and has bubbly outlook on life. The ability to adapt and has good communication skills. Carers should offer emotional reassurance and sensitively ask how they can help including supporting me with prescribed pain relief when appropriate as pain may contribute to low mood.
Remind me of the importance of caring for my dog and gently encourage engagement by offering to sit with me in the garden or watch television together when appropriate. To be able to do live ins with me covering annual leave as a contingency member of staff.
What Im Looking for in Support
Full understanding and assistance with everyday living To always include me in making decisions offering me clear and simple choices and remind me of the choices I have made. To engage me in conversation and ask how I am feeling as pain can significantly affect my mood and emotional wellbeing. To be kind caring compassionate excellent communication skills and naturally gives a lot of encouragement promote independence and offer choice in a simple manner. I am looking for a good conversationalist. Encouragement I want to maintain access to social activities.
Additional Information :
Heres what makes us different:
- Free DBS check we cover the full cost of the DBS application
- Full training & paid induction - no experience needed
- Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
- Family-friendly - enhanced leave for lifes big moments
- National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
- Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card RAF scheme and more
Ready to apply
Our quick simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.
Join Advantage Healthcare in Stoke-on-Trent today and be part of something meaningful.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Rota Management
- Mentoring
- Leadership Skill
About Company
At CCH Group, were more than a care provider were a passionate community dedicated to driving the sector to new heights with a history of doing so. Founded in 2009, weve grown into the nations largest care company, with over 260 locations and 14,000 care professionals delivering ... View more
