A Support Worker (Caregiver) opportunity is available in Sandringham, Johannesburg for an experienced caregiver interested in providing home-based care and support to older persons.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position focused on helping beneficiaries remain safe, comfortable and supported while living in their own homes.
Applicants need a caregiving certificate and at least three years of relevant experience.
The Support Worker will provide physical, emotional and social support to beneficiaries who require care while continuing to live in their own homes.
An important part of the position is helping older persons maintain their dignity and independence while ensuring that their home environment remains clean, safe and comfortable.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
Caregiving certificate
At least 3 years of caregiving experience
Good English communication skills
Ability to read and write
Good communication skills
Physical stamina
Cultural sensitivity
Reliability and trustworthiness
Applicants should also be compassionate and comfortable working closely with older persons who may require significant assistance with their daily activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful Support Worker will assist beneficiaries with their everyday care needs. Responsibilities may include helping with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting while maintaining the individual’s privacy and dignity.
Other responsibilities include providing companionship and emotional support, helping with mobility and exercises, preparing meals according to dietary needs, assisting with feeding where necessary and performing household duties such as cleaning, laundry and general tidying.
The caregiver may also escort beneficiaries who require transportation to medical appointments or other essential appointments.
Medication and Basic Healthcare Support
The position also includes certain health-related support duties performed according to instructions from healthcare professionals.
The caregiver may be required to:
Keep accurate medication administration records
Administer prescribed medication when required and directed
Monitor and record possible medication side effects
Provide basic wound care as prescribed by a doctor or nurse
Administer first aid
Change dressings when necessary
Report signs of illness or other health concerns to the nurse
Caregivers must accurately record relevant information and communicate changes in a beneficiary’s condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
Working With Older Persons
Candidates should be able to treat older people with kindness, patience, sensitivity and respect, taking into consideration each person’s condition and level of understanding.
The Support Worker may work with registered nurses, social workers, social auxiliary workers and the Programme Coordinator.
Any concerns involving the beneficiary, household equipment or other aspects of the home environment should be reported to the appropriate professional.
Housekeeping Responsibilities
Home-based care extends beyond personal assistance.
Support Workers are expected to help maintain a safe and hygienic living environment through duties such as cleaning, doing laundry and keeping the beneficiary’s home tidy.
Candidates should therefore understand that housekeeping forms part of this caregiver position.
Skills Needed
The organisation is looking for someone who demonstrates good communication, physical stamina, reliability, trustworthiness and cultural sensitivity.
Strong interpersonal skills are particularly important because the caregiver will spend significant time providing direct support and companionship to beneficiaries.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the position should prepare an updated CV highlighting their caregiving certificate and at least three years of relevant experience.
Because this is a care position, applicants should clearly describe previous experience working with elderly people, home-based care, frail care or similar environments where applicable.
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