Carer

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene
  
• Support safe mobility if needed
  
• Administer medication as prescribed and record administration accurately.
  
• Monitor and report changes in client’s physical or mental health
• Manage waste disposal of medication and maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic living environment.
  
• Run errands (e.g., pharmacy) as required.
  
• Support mental well-being: observe signs of depression, anxiety, loneliness, or cognitive decline.
• Encourage social interaction: accompany appointments, family visits, religious services, or community outings.
  
• Respect client’s cultural, religious, and personal preferences
  
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols (hand hygiene, PPE use, waste disposal).
  
• Conduct risk assessments in the home environment (e.g., trip hazards, fire
  safety).
  
• Maintain accurate daily care notes, medication charts, and handover records.
  
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients, families, and company
  information.
  
• Wear uniform and maintain personal hygiene standards.
  
• Communicate effectively with family members, healthcare professionals, care coordinators and office staff.
  
• Provide clear handovers to relief carers or night staff.
• Work collaboratively with other care team members, nurses, physiotherapists, or doctors.

Requirements:

• 2–6 years’ experience in caregiving, elderly care, or similar role (live-in experience highly desirable)
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• Physically fit – able to lift, support, and assist with mobility
  
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours (including nights, weekends, public holidays)
  
• Strong observation skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  
• Basic literacy and numeracy (for record-keeping and medication)
  
• Honest, trustworthy, and discreet
  
• Emotionally resilient with good stress management
• Respectful of cultural, religious, and personal differences
  
• Committed to safeguarding and client dignity