Dementia Carer

Age UK

Posted 1 week ago, 21 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 7e7461450b3647c29fd94a3470fe50bf

To undertake tasks required to assess and meet the needs of individuals on a daily basis, enabling independence, health and well-being of the clients.

To provide information and make recommendations to your line manager that enable those to maintain up to date care plans and life histories of those assessed as suitable for the service.

To ensure that the client's safety, respect, dignity and privacy are maintained at all times.

To participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of all activities in consultation with volunteers and clients.

Write brief notes on each individual/group activity or session undertaken on the activities record sheet for inclusion in client's care plans.

To assist clients with eating, drinking and tending to personal care needs within the Day Centre.

When required to administer medication to the clients. Ensuring the right dosage is administered, checking for any changes in dosage or medication and keeping all relevant records up to date.

To accompany clients on outings and events as required and to ensure their welfare at all times.

To respect the confidentiality of clients and their families, thereby obtaining their permission to discuss or report issues relating to their health and well-being.

To report to the Senior Carer any related social/financial/medical needs required by Service Users, which should be known to, and could be dealt with by the relevant care commissioners.

To update care plans of any relevant care needs or actions taken. To attend and participate in training programmes.

Good communication skills.

Demonstrable knowledge of issues relating to people with Dementia and their needs.

To have a flexible approach, with a willingness to provide cover for colleagues at short notice.

Possess a creative flair and an interest, towards contributing to the planning of and provision of stimulating activities for Service Users.

Demonstrable ability to act on own initiative according to individual client's needs and requirements., Do you have knowledge of issues relating to older people?, Dementia care: 1 year (preferred)

At Age UK Kent Rivers, qualifications and experience aren't the only things we look for in applicants. We value compassion, empathy for older people, and dedication to our charity's core values. We offer training, cover DBS checks, and provide good rates of pay, expenses, and mileage (subject to role). Additionally, we offer access to a new staff benefits scheme, rewarding those who go above and beyond. If you're interested in joining a dynamic team making positive changes to the lives of older people, contact us about our current vacancies.

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