Job Description

Social Care worker / Care worker is needed to support Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council on temporay basis in a residential unit in Treharris

Essential

Completion of 10 hour online Welsh Work course.

QCF Level 2 in Care or a similar qualification recognized by Social Care Wales, or willingness to undertake this within first year of employment.

Competent in the following topics or ability to complete training.

Safeguarding

Care with medicines

Control of infection

Food Safety

Moving & handing

Fire safety

Sensory impairment

Mental health awareness

Continence care

Care & responsibility

First aid

Commitment to undertake training which is relevant to the individuals who are being supported.

At least 1 years experience in a social care role within a registered setting would be preferred.

Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate the understanding for good interpersonal skills and the ability to work to these requirements.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm & commitment to the provision of quality residential services.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work as part of a team to assist in resolving problems and finding innovative solutions, ensuring that relevant information is recorded and feedback to Management team.
• Maintain confidentiality and GDPR.
• Support outcomes which contribute to meaningful lives.
• Understand the needs, values, and rights of people with assessed care and support needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016 and the code of conduct for social care workers
• Demonstrate an understanding of all aspects of care provision based on QCF principles & standards.

Special requirements:

Be able to work flexibly including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and bank holidays depending on the needs of the service.

Hold a valid driving license and be willing to drive our minibus for activities