Care Assistant (Scale 2)
Worcestershire County Council
Who You Are
You are a compassionate and adaptable individual who upholds the values of Worcestershire County Council, with a customer-focused and solution-oriented approach. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and are committed to promoting the independence, dignity, and respect of individuals with care and support needs. You are eager to work within a team and prioritize training and continuous professional development.
What the Job Involves
This role involves supporting adults with care needs, assisting with personal and physical tasks, and promoting a supportive and independent environment. Your responsibilities include maintaining care plans, administering medication, reporting incidents, and engaging in social and therapeutic activities with service users. You will also participate in staff meetings and adhere to health and safety regulations, while maintaining records and undertaking routine domestic tasks.
Skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of rights and needs of people with disabilities
- Commitment to promoting dignity and respect
- Ability to write and record essential information accurately
- Experience in residential or community care (desirable)
- Understanding of health and safety in care settings
- Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
- Flexibility and commitment to training and development