Job Details
Principal responsibilities
· To assist clients who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
· To help clients with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.
· To care for clients who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.
· To provide care and support for clients who are terminally ill.
· To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
· To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
· To inspect, launder and mend clients’ clothes.
· To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
· To read and write reports and be involved in clients’ reviews and training activities.
· To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times.
· To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.
· To encourage the independence of clients wherever possible.
