Care Workers - MOR04846

Moray Council ,
Elgin, Moray
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Contract Type: Contract
Salary: £18,220 - £19,605

Overview

Job Description A new 17 bed unit to support individuals after they are discharged from hospital is being opened in Elgin. Duffus Wing is aimed at supporting people who require step-down residential care and support to enable them to regain independent living skills. The facility will be staffed around the clock and we are recruiting care workers for a variety of shifts including early, late, waking nights and weekends. Requirements Working within a residential setting to provide support to individuals after discharge from hospital. The aim of the post is to support frail elderly, physically disabled and vulnerable people to enable them the regain their independent living skills. Responsibilities To support service users to accomplish those tasks relating to their independence and maintenance of personal care, physical health and mobility within a residential setting To assist service users to maintain good standards of nutrition To work as a member of Home Care maintaining contact with others and attending meetings and training as required To maintain the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst providing support Use Technology as directed by the Management Team The Individual Awareness of social, emotional and physical needs of frail, disabled and vulnerable people Good standard of literacy in order to record information accurately Ability to work unsupervised and use own initiative Ability to be flexible in relation to working hours Active listening and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with service users and staff at all levels Positive attitude and ability to respect needs of service users Good verbal communicational skills Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality Must be physically able to undertake a range of movements when carrying out personal care. Must be able to handle equipment/people in accordance with moving and handling regulations Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service Temporary for 3 to 6 months Closing Date: 3 April 2020 Salary: £18,220 £9.47 per hour Various hours - Full Time, Part Time and Relief contracts available For further information contact Aimee Borzoni 01343 567107

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