Care Officer (Part-Time) - WDN05592

Job Description

At Crosslet House we always put the needs of our Residents first. We are committed to delivering high standards of person-centred care in our busy and Modern Home, we provide choices and independence ensuring our Residents feel safe and supported in their home.

We are looking for a Dynamic and Caring, Care Officer, to provide personal care and support to residents, support the administration of medication and compile and maintain Residents Care plans on our electronic care planning system.

To support the teams to maintain a clean, fresh and homely environment, providing person centred care for individuals and groups of residents consistent with their needs through the provision of a range of duties including personal care and meaningful activities.

To support residents throughout the day to maintain their independence, assist and support them as required.

To engage and listen to Residents preferences in how they would like to be cared for. Your role will include responding to enquiries from a wide range of people, including families and health professionals.

To undertake this role effectively, you must be able to demonstrate excellent communication, problem solving and people skills.

We are looking for an organised individual with a positive, with a can do approach and be able to work well under pressure with Senior Supports. Excellent people skills, a good team worker and problem solver.

Experience in working in a social care environment is essential, possession of a SVQ 3 or equivalent is desirable, however, successful applicants who do not hold this qualification must demonstrate a willingness to work towards achieving this within a reasonable timescale. We offer a full package of training and development through out ILearn and In-House development.

Requirements

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Further details of this scheme can be found here.

Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 24 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 34 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you. Please use the application to tell us your experience, and why you are the candidate for this role.

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http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/about-us/

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http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/benefits-of-working-with-us/