Live In Care Professional

Home Instead Senior Care

  • Edinburgh
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionHome Instead's award winning companionship based care and support helps our elderly clients to remain independent and safe in the homes they love; to keep in touch with friends and family & to stay connected to their local communities.Job DescriptionAs a Live-In Care Professional, you will be supporting clients with all aspects of their daily lives, from home help, assisting with bathing and dressing, food preparation, medication and most importantly companionship by helping to keep them connected to their family and local community. You will join a team of highly-skilled live-in care professionals who are dedicated to their clients.Responsibilities:
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to the elderly.
  • Assist with personal care, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provide medication reminders and assistance with taking medications.
  • Assist with housekeeping tasks.
  • Help with meal preparation and clean up.
  • Monitor the safety of the elderly person in the home.
  • Assist with errands and transportation needs.
What we are looking for from you:
  • You have experience with live-in care, ideally including dementia care
  • You are patient and understanding with a calm and friendly approach
  • You have a genuine, kind, patient, compassionate, caring nature
  • Your communication skills with management, clients, and/or family members are excellent
QualificationsOne year of care experienceAdditional InformationHome Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment, the role is subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

Home Instead Senior Care