Personal Care Assistance: Home care workers help clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. They may also assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning.
Medication Reminders: Depending on their training and qualifications, home care workers may help clients with medication management, reminding them to take their medications at the correct times.
Meal Preparation: They prepare and serve meals according to the client's dietary needs and restrictions. This can involve planning nutritious meals, cooking, and ensuring the client is well-hydrated.
Housekeeping: Home care workers may perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and tidying up the client's living space to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
Companionship: Providing emotional support and companionship is an important aspect of the job. Home care workers engage in conversations, play games, read to clients, and offer social interaction to combat loneliness and isolation.
Transportation: Some home care workers assist clients with transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, or other errands. This helps clients maintain their independence and access necessary services.
Monitoring Health: Home care workers may keep track of the client's health condition, reporting any changes or concerns to family members, healthcare professionals, or their supervisor.
Assistance with Exercises: Depending on the client's needs, home care workers might assist with prescribed physical exercises or rehabilitation activities.
Documentation: They maintain accurate records of the care provided, noting any changes in the client's condition or any incidents that occur during their shift.
Safety and Emergency Response: Home care workers are trained to respond to emergencies, including knowing how to handle situations like falls or medical crises, and when to seek help.
Respect for Privacy: Maintaining client confidentiality and respecting their privacy and dignity is of utmost importance.
Collaboration: Home care workers often work as part of a larger care team, which can include family members, healthcare professionals, and other caregivers. Effective communication and collaboration are essential for providing comprehensive care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term, Casual
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 8 per week
Salary: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Shift work
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- BALWYN NORTH, VIC 3104 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- BALWYN NORTH, VIC 3104: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 28/08/2023
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