Care assistants (sometimes known as care workers or social workers) provide practical help with daily activities of people with a number of difficulties. You can work with children, people with physical or learning disabilities, older people or families.
As a care assistant, you could work with clients in their own homes, sheltered housing, day centers or residential centers such as nursing homes. His work may vary depending on the type of adjustment, but may include:
· How to know individual clients and be aware of their interests and social needs
· Clients support with day care staff, such as washing, dressing, toileting and feeding themselves
· Carry out general tasks such as housework, laundry and shopping
· Help clients to arrange payment of bills, budgeting money and letter writing
· To help families and parents adjust to new caring responsibilities
· Collaborate with health professionals and social assistance to provide individual attention and development plans