Residential Care Officer
- Provide direct care and support to residents according to their individual care plans.
- Assess and develop individualised care plans for residents.
- Coordinate and supervise Personal Care Workers and support staff.
Our client, Lifesupport Healthcare Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Residential Care Officer to join their team.
Tasks include:
· Provide direct care and support to residents/participants according to their individual care and support plans.
· Assess residents’ care needs and assist in developing, implementing and reviewing individualised care plans.
· Support residents with daily living activities, personal care, mobility and maintaining independence.
· Monitor residents’ wellbeing, behaviour and changing support needs and report concerns to relevant management or healthcare professionals.
· Coordinate and supervise Personal Care Workers and support staff involved in delivering day-to-day care.
· Provide guidance to care staff regarding individual support requirements, routines and appropriate care practices.
· Maintain accurate records of care provided, incidents, progress, observations and changes in residents’ circumstances.
· Liaise with residents, families, healthcare professionals and other service providers regarding ongoing care and support requirements.
· Assist residents to participate in community, social and recreational activities according to their individual goals.
· Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies and changes in residents physical or emotional wellbeing.
· Ensure care is delivered in accordance with organisational policies, NDIS requirements, workplace health and safety procedures and relevant care standards.
· Promote residents’ dignity, privacy, choice, independence and overall quality of life.
Qualifications and skills:
· AQF Level Diploma or higher qualification in a relevant field
· At least one year of full time, relevant work experience within the last five years
· Demonstrated experience in implementing care plans and behaviour support plans within a residential setting.
· Ability to work independently during shifts, manage resident supervision, and respond to incidents appropriately.
· Strong communication and record keeping skills, including progress notes and incident reporting.
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