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A2Dominion Group
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Woking, Surrey
Care Worker
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Job Description
CARE WORKER ROLE PROFILE Job No 6049 Job Title Care Worker Department Care & Support Reports to Senior Care Worker/ Care Co-ordinator Date effective July 2018 Salary band SPOT Purpose To provide personal care to clients living in extra-care accommodation and/or in the wider community in accordance with individual care plans and the A2Dominion Group philosophy of care. Key responsibilities / deliverables -In accordance with individual care plans, provide clients with physical support which may include household and domestic tasks, shopping, food preparation, personal hygiene and self-care. -Administer medication in accordance with individual care plans, the Medication Policy and relevant training. -Provide emotional support in a sensitive and empathetic manner, offering guidance in accordance with procedures and the boundaries of the job role. -Provide support to enable tenants to maintain independence with daily living and participate in tasks and activities inside and outside their home, and to access services appropriate to their abilities. -Respond to calls received through the emergency alarm system, or by telephone from the call centre and take appropriate follow up action. -Report to the line manager concerns regarding safeguarding issues or significant changes in the health and social circumstances of a client, contributing to specific care needs as directed. -Record relevant information on contact sheets at each visit in accordance with procedures and maintain all other relevant records. -To attend team meetings, training, appraisal and supervision meetings as requested. -Support the induction and training of new and existing employees as requested. -To understand and comply with the Group's health and safety policies and procedures at all times including (but not limited to):Personal Safety, Emergency Procedures, Manual Handling and use of aids and equipment. Employees are expected to comply with the Group's Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relevant to their employment and job role.