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Kent Adult Social Services provides a range of nursing,
residential and day care services for older people.
The service operates across the whole of Kent except Medway. Some
of the services offered are:
Recuperative Care
Recuperative Care is a service which provides people over 55
years of age with a short period of intensive rehabilitation with
the aim of rebuilding skills and confidence needed to return them
to living as independently as possible. The registered care centres
employ a wide range of staff including Occupational Therapists,
Team Leaders, Recuperative care workers, domestic's and clerical
support staff who are all willing to assist people undergoing
rehabilitation and will play a part through practical help and
encouragement.
Long Term Care
Registered care centres provide care for physically frail older
people who are unable to live independently. Staff are trained to
national standards to meet the personal, social and emotional needs
of residents whilst encouraging them to express their views and
wishes on all aspects of their daily lives. Every effort is made to
help each person retain their status and dignity by maintaining
their independence for as long as they are able to do so.
What experience is required?
The level of experience required depends on the type of post
applied for. Care workers may join the service with little
experience but should have an understanding of the needs of older
people and be willing to undertake an NVQ care award. Recuperative
Care workers should have an NVQ 2 care award already and at least
one years relevant experience.
What Skills are required?
- Good communication skills
- Understanding of the needs of older people
- Observation skills
- Ability to undertake assessment of individual needs
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary environment
- Commitment to supporting others to achieve
independence.
What Hours could I work?
Our services are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year so all
team members must be able to work shifts, including some weekends
and bank holidays. Staff are also employed to work at night. A
range of full and part time positions are available, there are also
opportunities for permanent relief
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