Job Description: Carer Support Worker

Crossroads Care

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ET.05a

Job Description: Carer Support Worker

1 TITLE: As above

1.1 Employed by: CROSSROADS CARE SOUTH CENTRAL

Crossroads Care Scheme Board of Trustees

1.2 Responsible to: Operations Manager/ Care Coordinator

2 OVERALL PURPOSE OF POST

To provide support and assistance to carers and people with care needs. This will involve the provision of personal and social care, respecting confidentiality at all times within an equal opportunities framework.

3 PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 To undertake the tasks specified in the care plan which may include the following personal and social care tasks:

·  bathing in bed/bathroom/chair to include all aspects of personal hygiene

·  assistance with management of continence of bladder and bowel

·  assistance with dressing and undressing

·  assistance with mobility and transfers

·  assistance with feeding

·  administration of medication

·  assistance with therapeutic programmes for rehabilitation and development as agreed with appropriate clinical professionals

·  ensuring a safe environment for those who need constant supervision and help in accordance with Crossroads Care policies, such as, Health and Safety Policy and Challenging Behaviour Policy

·  supporting the person with a disability outside their home

·  assistance with getting up and going to bed

·  assistance with appliances (hearing aids, spectacles, artificial limbs, leg callipers)

·  care of skin and hair, including assistance with shaving

·  care of pressure areas and prevention of sores

·  care of mouth and teeth, including dentures

·  summoning emergency services if necessary

·  provision of emotional support to the person with care needs and their carer(s) as part of the caring team

·  domestic duties that are part of the care package:

-  making and changing the bed of the person with care needs

-  essential laundering

-  essential shopping

-  preparing meals and washing up.

3.2 To undertake other specialised care tasks as agreed in the care plan and after appropriate training.

3.3 To maintain accurate records as directed by the scheme manager and carry out any administrative tasks as required, for example, time-sheets.

3.4 To act in accordance with Crossroads Care policies and procedures, and standards.

3.5 To treat all carers and people with care needs with respect and sensitivity, recognising the need for confidentiality at all times.

3.6 To participate in supervision, appraisal, team meetings and training sessions to ensure that standards are constantly maintained.

3.7 To attain as a minimum Diploma Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

3.8 To work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and providing a flexible service.

3.9 To respect the personal choice of lifestyles of colleagues, carers and people with care needs, ensuring that equal opportunities principles are applied at all times.

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CARER SUPPORT WORKER
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Skills, Knowledge and Experience / Essential / Desirable / Tested through
Experience of Working in a Care Setting / ü / Application/Interview
Excellent Customer Care Skills / ü / Application/Interview
An understanding of Carers Issues / ü / Application/Interview
A knowledge of and commitment to equal opportunities / ü / Application/Interview
Excellent Communication Skills / ü / Application/Interview
Ability to Assess Situations / ü / Application/Interview
Ability to Work as Part of a Team / ü / Application/Interview
Ability to Make Decisions / ü / Application/Interview
Care Training / ü / Application/Interview/ Certificates
Full Driving Licence / ü / Application/Licence
Health and Safety Training / ü / Application/Interview/ Certificates
Diploma Level 2 or Equivalent / ü / Application/Interview/
Certificates

Person Spec CSW 0208

Carer Support Worker Pay Rates 2011/12

New staff
no care experience / £6.48 per hr rising to £6.84 on achieving a relevant Diploma
The basic hourly rate will apply from Monday to Friday 09.00hrs to 18.00hrs
New Staff
significant care experience, no relevant qualification / £6.58per hr rising to £6.84 on achieving a relevant Diploma
The basic hourly rate will apply from Monday to Friday 09.00hrs to 18.00hrs
New staff
experienced and holding relevant qualification / £6.84 per hour
The basic hourly rate will apply from Monday to Friday 09.00hrs to 18.00hrs
Evenings / £8.01ph
Night / £8.57ph
Weekend / £9.14ph
Sleep night / £61.20 per night fixed rate
Bank Holidays / £10.37 ph plus TOIL for hrs worked
Emergency Respite Retainer / £10 per day rolling rota system

Mileage allowance

Standard 45p per mile will be paid for company mileage less a deduction of 6 miles per day as dictated by HMRC to cover travel to and from work
An allowance of £10 will be paid if a Carer Support Worker travels more than 200 miles in one month
£15 will be paid if the mileage is over 300 miles in a month
£20 will be paid if the mileage is over 400 miles in a month
Maximum payment of £25 for 500 miles or more per month
Diploma in Health & Social Studies training
Carer Support Workers who do not hold a relevant Diploma will be expected to register within the first six months of employment and complete the award within three years. Failure to complete the award within this timescale without good reason may result in dismissal.
The scheme will meet the cost of the fees for Level 2 Diploma training for Carer Support Workers. However, if you resign from your job, the following amounts will be repayable to Crossroads:
Less than 6 months service - 80%
Between 6 months and one years service - 60%
Between one and two years service - 40%
Between two and three years service - 25%
Such amounts may be deducted from your final salary payment.
DBS Check (Disclosure Barring Service)
It is a statutory requirement that all staff providing direct care hold a current DBS check for each place of employment.
We will pay the initial cost of a DBS, however if you leave within 6 months of employment the total amount will be deducted from your final pay.

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