Position Overview & Specifications
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Care Worker
REPORTING TO: Care Coordinator, Registered Manager
JOB PURPOSE: To work as a member of a team in the provision of care and assistance to young people, adults and the elderly to enable them to remain in their own home and lead as independent a lifestyle as possible. Care duties will include assisting service users with the following activities: personal care, healthcare, dietary care, domestic/household services and personal services. In so doing the carer will at all times observe and respect the service user’s dignity, privacy and independence as far as practical and have a passion for providing high quality care.
SKILLS / ABILITIES
Required:
· Proven ability to work on own initiative and work as part of a team
· A commitment to a service which provides support to vulnerable individuals, and which is respectful and according to the individuals’ wishes
· Good communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to communicate effectively with Service Users, colleagues, family members, Managers and other persons with a legitimate interest in the project
· Commitment to training and development
Desired:
· Flexible and innovative approach to working
· Knowledge of care planning systems
· Decision-making and problem-solving skills
OTHER
Required:
- Commitment to the aims & objectives of the service and of Mak Connect Ltd
- Self-motivation and flexibility
- Knowledge and commitment regarding Equal Opportunities
- A commitment to undertake training and development as required
- Honesty, reliability and trustworthiness
- Commitment to Equality & Diversity as part of your role
Desired:
- Car driver, willing to use own car as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: From £11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you drive and have access to a vehicle
Work Location: On the road