Live- in Carer

Job summary

We are actively recruiting a Live-in Carer for our office in Hemel Hempstead, to help us deliver outstanding care to individuals in our local community. It takes a truly special person, with the right personality and a passion for making a real difference, to work for Right at Home.
The aim of 24-hour live-in care is to enable Clients to remain in their own home with as much independence as possible, carrying out tasks in a professional, discreet and caring manner whilst respecting the Clients’ dignity, privacy and property. Our Clients have a personalised care plan tailored to their specific needs, hobbies and interests. We then accurately match our Live-in Carers to each Client to maximise companionship and daily interaction. You will be introduced to the Client before assignments begin to ensure both you, and the Client feel comfortable in each other’s company. We understand that with Live-in, there is a degree of uncertainty of how long live-in assignments will last. With our network of over 80 offices, we will always strive to find our Live-in Carers new assignments elsewhere until we find the perfect new Client for you.
By becoming a Live-in Carer, you are not only supporting people to live a happier and fulfilled life, you will also become an integral part of ensuring their families can have peace of mind knowing that their loved one is in the best hands.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care provision are maintained at all times
• To undertake all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Right at Home at all times
• Liaise closely with the Registered Manager at all times, reporting any concerns, changes or challenges regarding Clients
• Duties will include aspects of personal care to allow Clients to maintain their personal hygiene, appearance and physical comfort
• Assisting in the preparation and making of meals, drinks and snacks, enabling people who use our services to maintain a good level of nutrition and hydration
• To provide assistance with other tasks of daily living which may include cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of their environment, shopping, laundry and bill paying
• To assist Clients to take medication as identified in their care plan and depending on the level of training received by the individual Carer
• Participate in team meetings, staff events, attend any training provided by the company and reviews as required
• To work as part of a team with colleagues and work closely with other agencies involved with the Clients care for example District Nurses and contribute to the effectiveness of the Right at Home team
• To work in accordance with the pattern of work with your Live-in Carer colleagues to

ensure continuous cover

• To maintain timely records such as communication sheets and MAR charts in a clear, legible and professional manner
• To provide social support, talking and listening to the Client, helping them to maintain contact with friends and family and other contacts in potentially isolating situations
• To contribute to the safe moving and handling of Clients to maximise their physical abilities and mobility
• Act on own initiative and exercise decision making skills, as far as possible and wherever appropriate and develop knowledge and good practice