Senior Telecare Technician - Bon Accord Care - ABC11699

Job Description

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for. If you are new to the caring profession you should check to see if it is the career for you by going to http://www.aquestionofcare.org.uk and trying their interactive video challenge.

Location: Units 3-4 Whitemyres Avenue, Aberdeen AB16 6HQ
Duration: Permanent, Full Time (Saturday AM on-call rota 1 out of 4)

This post is based in the Telecare Service which provides technology solutions, installation and review of users while meeting the needs of our vulnerable or elderly clients. You will assess users for equipment within their home environment and be installing / maintaining bespoke solutions, along with holding awareness sessions on the equipment with various staff groups.

Job Purpose:

You will assist in the day to day operation of the Telecare service contributing to the provision of a high standard of person centred care and support for service users throughout the city of Aberdeen.

Requirements

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

• Full driving licence.
• Extensive knowledge in the Electrical or Telecare field.
• Ability to move and handle items of equipment.

Responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to:

• Work in accordance with Adult and Public Protection principles and procedures.
• Adhere to the requirements of company policy and procedures and health and safety policies and legislation.
• Undertake equipment specific training.
• Undertake lifting and handling training
• Complete Customer Service training.
• Undertake the PDA in Telehealthcare

The Individual

Please see Job Profile for further details.