Senior Carer - Residential Care Home

ROLE: SENIOR CARER / HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

QUALIFICATIONS: NVQ LEVEL 3/4

ACCOUNTABLE TO: MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The role of this post includes all aspects included within the Carer role.

The role is to undertake those duties required of them as delegated by the Manager/Deputy.  The delivery of care will be determined by the individual care plans and the Post Holder will report regularly to the Manager/Deputy, passing on any changes that are observed or problems identified.

Under the supervision of the Manager/Deputy, care for all the residents in the Home in a sensitive, tactful and compassionate manner, bearing in mind the need to provide a happy, homely atmosphere.

In the absence of the Manager/Deputy, the Post Holder will supervise the other junior Carers in accordance with the philosophy of care adhered to within the Home and in accordance with specific instructions from the Manager/Deputy.
In the absence of the Manager/Deputy, the Post Holder will be responsible for the control of drugs in accordance with the home policies and procedures following the specific instructions from the Manager/Deputy

DUTIES

1.   To assist with all the duties included in the role of Carer.
2.   To aid in the training and development of other Carers.
3.   To act as a role model of good practice for other Carers to follow.
4.   To take responsibility for supervision and deployment of the Carers in their area of care within the home.
5.   To take part in in-service training initiatives in the Home as coordinated by the Manager/Deputy.
6.   To take part in quality assurance measures instigated by the Manager/Deputy, to report on, discuss and encourage other staff to be committed to quality assurance programmes.
7.   To show clear leadership in relation to his/her duties.
8.   To demonstrate commitment to the development of the Home through interactions with staff, residents and members of the general public.
9.   To complete the day and night reports for all residents under their care during the course of their shift. Where necessary, review and update/amend the care plan.
10.   To make reports verbally and written to the Manager/Deputy on issues relevant to the safe and effective running of the Home.
11.   To seek to further improve his/her knowledge to enable even higher standards of care to be maintained.
12.   To arrange and take part in social, recreational and spiritual activities provided for the residents.
13.   To maintain the strict confidentiality that surrounds the residents and the business of the Home generally.