Live in Carer
Whispers Care Southampton
Job Title: Live-In Caregiver
We are looking for a dedicated, responsible and caring person to take care of our elderly parents on a live-in basis. We can offer a separate bedroom with TV and WIFI together with a food allowance. The bungalow is situated in a large, beautiful, secluded garden on the edge of the New Forest in Totton.Totton town centre is a 15 minute walk away and Southampton city centre 30 minutes by bus or car.
Our father has moderate Alzheimer`s, though fortunately he remains with an adorable nature. Unfortunately, earlier this year, his situation deteriorated and he is now bed bound and needs support with feeding and pad changes.Our mother is mobile with a walking frame and has short term memory loss that can create some difficulties with her behaviour at times. She is very engaging and likes to have conversations to learn about others. She is suffering from depression as a result of her husband`s decline and we have mental health nurse support to improve this.
The successful applicant will have highly effective patience, understanding and influencing skills to help with improving her well-being such as activities and taking her outside for fresh air.
Your Roles and Responsibilities
- Providing personal care duties (mainly our father)
- Periodically hoisting our father to a specialist chair to join our Mum
- Administering medication
- Household chores and basic maintenance
- Meal preparation
- Shopping
- Offering our Mum companionship and encouraging her to leave the home for short walks and fresh air
The care hours and arrangement can be discussed as you will be working with a colleague in a team. In addition you will have a minimum of 2 hrs per day of uninterrupted rest time on your "work days".
BenefitsDaily gross rate of £130-150 (plus holiday pay and NEST pension contributions).
Flexibility to manage the day in an optimal way for our parents and yourself.
Qualifications- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience as a caregiver
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a background check
To apply, please submit your resume and contact information.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentPay: From £130.00 per day
Expected hours: 24 – 96 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Physical Setting:
- Homecare
- Live-in
Application question(s):
- Where do you currently live?
- Do you have prior experience with Dementia clients?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Home care: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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