Job Description
Our Retirement Village in Cawston, Rugby is on the lookout for a Wellbeing Advisor to work in a bank position (sickness & holiday cover) - candidates will need to be flexible as you could be required to work across various shifts, both days and nights.Ideally to have a full first aid training certificate and DBS on the update service, however training and DBS can be provide for the right person. Must be able to speak English clearly and able to stay calm in an emergency, Willingness to attended training, this maybe on other sites around the UK. Must be a good listener, a team player, willing to confidently engage with residents on site.In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents during emergencies. Your primary duties will include:Responding promptly to emergency calls within the retirement villageAssessing the nature of emergencies and providing appropriate assistanceAdministering first aid and basic medical care when necessaryEnsures residents and team members know how to use the emergency call systemEnsures all new residents can live independently and safely in the village, by carrying out their wellbeing baseline assessment before they move inImproves the overall wellbeing of individuals by providing information and awareness sessions about key health issues for over 55s and promoting self-help groups;Coordinating with emergency services (police, fire department, ambulance) as requiredCommunicating effectively with residents, families, and staff during emergency situationsSupports wider village team members by providing specialist wellbeing knowledge to promote healthy, heart smart menus and general healthy eating programmesMaintaining accurate records of incidents and actions takenMoral and emotional support to our residentsRequirements:This role is subject to satisfactory DBS disclosure & references; medical clearance and right to work in the UK clearanceProven experience as an emergency responder, EMT, or similar role preferredExperience or knowledge of primary care and referral to primary careCertification in CPR/ First Aid requiredHolds an emergency first aid at work qualification and can get to the floor unaided and unassisted, and be confident and effective to: carry and deploy equipment in any part of the village and administer CPR as well as dealing with choking incidents requiring effective back blowsuse specialist equipment including defibrillator, evacuation or lifting chair or any other equipment carried by the village Strong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and composed during stressful situationsEmpathy and understanding of the needs of elderly residentsPhysical ability to respond quickly to emergencies and assist residents as neededBenefits:Medicash, Free Eye Test, Life Assurance, Holidays 25 days , Birthday Off, extra pay for bank holiday, Volunteering Days up to 3 in the year, Enhanced sick pay (after 6 months of service) , Enhanced Maternity, Enhanced Paternity and Cycle to work Scheme plus much more!
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