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  • How many Senior Care Worker jobs are available on Pertemps?

    There are 19 Senior Care Worker jobs available on Pertemps right now.

  • What does a Senior Care Worker do?

    Senior Care Workers, also known as Senior Care Assistants or Senior Support Workers, hold leadership positions in care settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or community care. They play a crucial role in supervising and supporting care staff, ensuring the well-being and comfort of individuals receiving care. Senior Care Workers collaborate with healthcare professionals and families to deliver high-quality and person-centred care.

    Tasks required include:

    • Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to care staff, ensuring they deliver compassionate and effective care to residents or clients..
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of care plans, collaborating with healthcare professionals and ensuring individualized and holistic care..
    • Conduct assessments of clients' needs, preferences, and strengths, actively involving them and their families in the care planning process..
    • Advocate for the rights and choices of clients, ensuring their preferences and voices are considered in decision-making related to their care and daily activities..
    • Provide training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development for care staff, promoting a high standard of care and compliance with policies and regulations..
    • Monitor clients' health conditions, recognizing changes or potential issues, and liaise with healthcare professionals for appropriate interventions..
    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care plans, assessments, and any relevant information, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards..
    • Encourage and facilitate clients' engagement in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities, promoting a sense of community and well-being..
    • Respond to crises or emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of clients..
    • Establish effective communication with clients' families, providing updates on care plans, addressing concerns, and involving them in the care process..
  • What are the entry requirements for a Senior Care Worker?

    There are no formal academic entry requirements. In most cases workers will be required to register with the appropriate statutory body which involves satisfying the registration criteria. This would normally include holding or working towards the appropriate qualification for the job. A wide range of qualifications including NVQs/SVQs covering various aspects of care are available. Senior care workers must be qualified to an appropriate level (usually NVQ Level 3). They often have a background in social care and have achieved a qualification in this area some may have nursing qualifications. Background checks including a DBS check are likely to be required.

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