Carer

**Job description**

We currently have Carer positions based in Pinelands.

**Job Purpose**:

- To look after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of the elderly using a person centered approach;
- To observe and promote the elderly’s choice, independence, dignity, privacy, fulfilment and other rights
- To create and maintain good professional relationships with the elderly, their family and friends and other stakeholders;
- To actively support other care workers;
- To adhere to all regulatory and statutory obligations, policies, procedures and guidelines;
- To promote a positive, personal and professional profile at all times.

**Job Requirements**:

- Grade 12;
- Must have completed a Health and Welfare SETA accredited course;
- 2 - 3 years Carer experience highly advantageous;

**Responsibilities**:

- Care provision;
- To maintain good communication and develop effective working relationships with the elderly;
- To maintain detailed accurate records in respect of care and medication support given and tasks undertaken;
- To regularly read care and support plans, acknowledging changes;
- To protect the confidentiality of all information relating to the Client and not divulge information to anyone who is not authorised to receive it;
- To promptly report on any issues concerning the care, support, well-being or behavior of the elderly and update records accordingly;
- To continue to monitor where concerns have been reported and recorded;
- To recognise the signs of abuse and immediately report abuse or suspected abuse to a Manager;
- To report any complaints to relevant Manager;
- To dress appropriately, wearing uniform and using personal protective equipment;
- To seek out best practice and look at innovative ways to improve the quality and efficiency of service delivery;
- Any other duties requested by Senior Management, which are within the scope of the post.

License/Certification:

- Carer Certification (preferred)