West Sussex Partners In Care • West Sussex, South East England
About this role
We are looking for a passionate, dedicated and empathetic person to be the first face our clients connect with.
Southern Counties Caring is a fast developing care organisation specialising in live-in care; home and domiciliary care; night support and supported living services. Our approach is centred on bringing superlative healthcare to all our clients to enable them to maintain their independence in the comfort of their own homes for as long as possible.
As a Senior Carer/Assessor, you will be required to carry out comprehensive strength based assessments of our clients to inform and enable our care teams to manage their day to day activities and be in tune with the individual’s needs and wants.
The essence of this role is to not only enhance the individual’s ability to enjoy independent living but, also to safeguard against emotional, medical and other constraints that may impinge on their quality of life.
Required Skills & Capabilities
▪ 2 + years experience or a similar role.
▪ Strong assessment, observation & decision making
▪ Excellent communication & interpersonal abilities
▪ Ability to work under pressure
▪ Good organisational & IT proficiency
▪ Handle queries and concerns professionally and effectively
Qualifications
▪ NVQ Level 3 or above in Health & Social Care or equivalent
▪ Training in safeguarding and risk assessment
▪ Medication administration
▪ First Aid certification
▪ Full UK Driving Licence
Assessment & Care Planning
▪ Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals’ physical; emotional
& social care needs
▪ Develop & implement person – centred care and support plans
▪ Carry out risk assessments and identity safeguarding concerns
▪ Review and update care plans regularly to reflect changing needs
▪ Maintain accurate care records and equipment servicing records
▪ Report any changes or concerns to management or healthcare professionals
Leadership & Supervision
▪ Lead, supervise and support carers to ensure care plans are followed
▪ Provide induction; training; shadowing and guidance to new staff
▪ Perform regular spot checks
▪ Complete medication audits
▪ Update the staff training matrix
Compliance, Monitoring & Review
▪ Ensure all assessments and care plans comply with statutory and organisational standards
▪ Follow safeguarding, confidentiality and date protection policies
▪ Follow infection control protocols
▪ Ensure maintenance of a safe and clean environment
▪ Identify and report safeguarding concerns
Client Support & Co-Ordination Of Care
▪ Build positive relationships with clients and their families
▪ Liaise with families, nurses and other healthcare professionals
▪ Provide guidance on suitable care services and support options
▪ Support and promote clients’ independence, dignity and person –centred care
▪ Support clients in accessing community resources and services
▪ Ensure continuity of care across services.