Hospice@Home Health Care Assistant

*Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship opportunities or accomodation for this position.* Overview of Responsibilities • Within the home environment and as a Lone Worker, to: • Follow policies procedures and guidelines as per Hospice at Home Handbook • Work in accordance with Lone Worker Policy • Recognise and report limitations of own professional competence/experience and personal living standards that may differ from those in receipt of care • Recognise the need and undertake any training identified via Line Management and/or annual appraisal • Be aware of risk to self and others under Health and Safety Regulations • Verbally report any accident or untoward incident as soon as possible followed by written report • Be aware of Out of Hours Procedures when seeking advice and/or support • Respect peoples personal choices for lifestyle and living arrangements • Work collaboratively and constructively in line with our vision, mission and strategy • Be proactive and flexible in your contribution to the promotion of our services Communications • Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers as part of their receipt of End-of-Life Care • To be aware of the role of all personnel within the wider multi-disciplinary team including community staff, social services, hospital professionals, the specialist palliative care team and other agencies • Maintain regular professional contact with Community Services Manager and Hospice at Home Lead • Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters Job description Job responsibilities *Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship opportunities or accomodation for this position.* Overview of Responsibilities • Within the home environment and as a Lone Worker, to: • Follow policies procedures and guidelines as per Hospice at Home Handbook • Work in accordance with Lone Worker Policy • Recognise and report limitations of own professional competence/experience and personal living standards that may differ from those in receipt of care • Recognise the need and undertake any training identified via Line Management and/or annual appraisal • Be aware of risk to self and others under Health and Safety Regulations • Verbally report any accident or untoward incident as soon as possible followed by written report • Be aware of Out of Hours Procedures when seeking advice and/or support • Respect peoples personal choices for lifestyle and living arrangements • Work collaboratively and constructively in line with our vision, mission and strategy • Be proactive and flexible in your contribution to the promotion of our services Communications • Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers as part of their receipt of End-of-Life Care • To be aware of the role of all personnel within the wider multi-disciplinary team including community staff, social services, hospital professionals, the specialist palliative care team and other agencies • Maintain regular professional contact with Community Services Manager and Hospice at Home Lead • Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters