Community Alarm Responder (Part Time)(Permanent)(x2 Posts) – REN14650

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We are looking for highly motivated individuals to work as part of a team who will provide an emergency response service to vulnerable people living in the community. The service uses assistive technology to support care packages and applicants should have an interest and understanding of technology and its use in relation to care services.

Responsibilities include:

• Programming and installing community alarm equipment.
• Responding to calls.
• Dealing with intimate personal care tasks.

Qualifications and experience:

• Hold or have capacity to achieve an SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification at SCQF level 5 or above.
• Experience working in a care setting, delivering social care supports including intimate personal care to vulnerable people with a range of physical and emotional needs, including those with dementia.
• Knowledge of technology used in relation to care services and willingness to undertake training to competently install and programme equipment.
• Effective communication skills (both verbally and in writing).
• Positive, professional attitude, responsible approach to sensitive information, and ability to form positive relationships with service users.

Other requirements:

• Driving licence and ability to pass the Council’s driving assessment and undertake vehicle awareness training.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council or achievement of registration within 6 months of start date.
• Work on a 4 on 4 off rota system, including early shifts, back shifts and lone working.
• Disclosure Scotland check (level determined by duties of the post).

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

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