Social care worker – Community Team
- Lerwick, Shetland Islands
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your expertise and dedication. Your skills and commitment are valued and reflected in your pay.
- Flexible shifts allow you to balance your personal and work life with ease, giving you the freedom to manage your schedule.
- Join a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork are at the forefront, providing a sense of belonging and camaraderie every day.
- Experience the variety and challenge each day brings, broadening your skills and making a real difference. No two days are the same, offering both diversity and satisfaction in your work.
- This opportunity provides the ideal platform for professional growth in a fulfilling role. Expand your horizons and develop your career in a supportive atmosphere.
- Provide personalised care and support to individuals in their homes or community settings, assisting them with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, oral hygiene, and mobility to help maintain their independence and quality of life.
- Support individuals with daily living activities including meal preparation, feeding, medication administration, housework, shopping, and managing appointments or social engagements, ensuring they live as independently as possible.
- Offer emotional support, companionship, and social interaction to reduce loneliness and promote wellbeing. Encourage participation in hobbies and community activities, and foster connections with family and friends.
- Assist with health and wellbeing monitoring, reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals, and maintaining accurate care records.
- Collaborate with other health and social care professionals to deliver holistic, person-centred care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Respect and uphold the privacy, dignity, and individuality of service users, ensuring confidentiality and safeguarding at all times.
- Advocate for clients to help them access benefits, services, and support networks in the community, empowering them to live their best lives.
- Participate in care planning and review meetings while maintaining strong communication with families and multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care delivery.
- Provide support for individuals with a range of needs including older adults, those with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, mental health conditions, and dementia.
- Promote independence and empower individuals to make choices about their care and lifestyle, fostering self-determination and confidence in their daily lives.