Healthcare Assistant

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across UK. We are currently recruiting a Healthcare Assistant for our client based in Sussex. Responsibilities for the Healthcare Assistant: • Will assist in the daily care of the Residents, helping with dressing/undressing, washing, bathing and personal hygiene where necessary. • To help Residents with problems of mobility and other physical disabilities such as incontinence, helping with the use of disability aids and caring for the same, as identified in the Residents care plan. • Apply practical intervention procedures for dementia or behavioural problems • Help and be involved with the organisation of social activities, and to participate in ways intended to promote Residents physical and mental well-being. To accompany Residents on community visits and hospital/doctor s appointments. Involving yourself with Residents in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and recreations. • Monitor Residents medical or physical condition, and report any changes to the Manager/Senior in charge on duty. • Bring all complaints raised about service level no matter how minor, to the attention of the Manager/Senior in charge • Ensure care, support and understanding is provided for Residents who are bedridden or terminally ill. • Help maintain a safe and healthy environment in the Home, in particular with regard to appropriate Food Hygiene and Health and Safety ..... full job details .....