Support Worker

Position: Full-time Floater Healthcare Assistant

Hours : 40 hr a week  ( Contract )

Job Summary: As a Floater Healthcare Assistant, your primary responsibility is to provide personalized and compassionate care to clients in various settings. This role involves flexibility and the ability to adapt to the unique needs of different clients, whether in client’s residences, care home , or other healthcare environments.

Responsibilities:

1. Client Care:

• Provide direct care to clients based on their individual needs and care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals.

1. Floating Between Clients:

• Be available to work with different clients based on scheduling needs.
• Travel to clients' homes or designated locations to provide care.
• Adapt quickly to different care environments and client preferences.

1. Communication:

• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
• Provide updates on clients' conditions and report any changes promptly.

1. Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided.
• Complete documentation in accordance with established protocols.

1. Compassionate Support:

• Offer emotional support and companionship to clients.
• Foster a positive and respectful environment for clients.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Skills:

A minimum of 1 years’ experience in health and social care

Valid full UK Driving license

Willingness to do personal care for - Male or Female, if required

Basic understanding of developmental delay and cognitive impairment 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good IT skills

Ability to work in the client’s home

Ability to liaise with healthcare professionals daily

Ability to take a person-centred approach

Experience in medication administration, personal care, and manual handling

Willingness to learn and the ability to take on feedback

Ability to think outside the box

Desirable Skills:

Experience of providing care to people living in the community

Participate in Support Worker meeting

Participate in person centred training