Residential Care Officer

Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
Source: uWorkin

Skills Required: Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Hard Work and Dedication Self Motivation Receptivity Medical Emergencies Occupational Safety and Health Health Care Infectious Diseases Multidisciplinary Approach Well-being and Personal Care Medical Progress Notes Recreational Activities Nursing Home Care Activities of Daily Living Organisational Policies Caregiving

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

• Provide person-centered care and support to residents, assisting them to maintain their independence, dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Provide person-centered care and support according to individual care plans.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care, mobility, dressing, grooming and meal-related support.
• Support residents to maintain independence and participate in daily activities.
• Observe residents' physical, emotional and behavioural wellbeing and report relevant changes to appropriate senior staff.
• Work collaboratively with registered nurses, healthcare professionals, families and other support staff.
• Assist with implementing individual care and support plans.
• Maintain accurate progress notes, care records and other required documentation.
• Support residents with social, recreational and community participation activities.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, choices, cultural needs and personal preferences.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies and changes in residents' support needs.
• Follow workplace health and safety, infection-control and organisational policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with residents, families and colleagues.

About the Candidate

• A relevant qualification in community services, individual support, disability, aged care or a related field.
• Relevant experience providing residential, disability, aged-care or community-based support.
• Demonstrated ability to provide person-centered care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
• Understanding of dignity, privacy, choice, independence and duty of care.
• Ability to maintain accurate care documentation and follow individual support plans.
• Current police clearance and other mandatory checks applicable to the position.
• Australian driver's license, where required for the duties.
• At least one year of full-time relevant work experience is required for this role.
• Minimum of Diploma in Community Service, Disability, Aged Care or Individual Support.

About You

You are caring, reliable and professional, with a genuine commitment to supporting residents to achieve greater independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You can communicate effectively with residents, families and healthcare professionals and work confidently within a residential care environment.

J.S. RILEY PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY LIMITED - Weston, ACT

J.S. RILEY PHYSIOTHERAPY PTY LIMITED - Weston, ACT

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