Senior Care Assistant

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Care Assessment and Planning:
   • Assess residents' care needs and develop individualised care plans.
   • Continuously evaluate and update care plans to reflect any changes in residents' needs.
2. Documentation and Record Keeping:
   • Complete all relevant paperwork, including progress notes and updates on activities of daily living.
   • Maintain accurate records of residents’ care, communication, and other pertinent information.
3. Medication Management:
   • Order, handle, administer, store, and oversee the custody of medications.
   • Ensure that all medication procedures are carried out safely and in accordance with regulations.
4. Key Worker Responsibilities:
   • Act as a key worker for a designated group of residents, providing personalised care and support.
   • Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families.
5. Team Collaboration:
   • Attend annual review meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
   • Collaborate effectively with other team members to provide holistic care.
6. Reporting and Evaluation:
   • Report on residents’ progress, incidents, and any changes in their condition.
   • Regularly evaluate residents' records to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date.
7. Communication:
   • Maintain open and effective communication with residents, their families, and staff members.
   • Ensure that all communication is accurately documented.
8. Professional Development:
   • Engage in ongoing professional development, including mandatory in-house and digital training.
   • Stay updated on best practices and new developments in residential care.
   • Participate in supervision and appraisals as part of on-going professional development process.
9. Staff Coverage:
   • Provide cover for off-duty or annual leave for a small group of staff as needed.
   • Ensure continuity of care by effectively managing shifts and workloads.
10. Policy and Procedure Adherence:
    • Adhere to and implement all of the home’s policies and procedures.
    • Ensure that care practices are compliant with regulatory standards and organizational guidelines.