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I help the frail aged and people with disabilities with their personal hygiene needs.
It is very important to me to be able to assist people
in need to live independently in the community.
Good morning. Sue from Silver Chain.
It’s lovely for me to see my clients feeling at home and enjoying their own space.
Good morning, Ray. How are you today?
Weaker
Research conducted by Silver Chain has shown that there are many benefits to both
individuals and the community when clients receive services in their own homes.
I’ll just go and wash my hands. OK, love.
The client’s care plan is kept on their fridge and identifies safety issues,
the level of care the client requires and what equipment needs to be used.
To keep the home environment safe, I check around for hazards.
A leaking kettle –
I’ll have to bring this to my care coordinator’s attention.
How’s the food situation?
Some clients have little outside contact, so it’s up to me to be observant.
I check the see the client is eating properly and keep a general eye on things.
Raymond, I’m going to do a standing transfer for you, OK? We’ll do it together.
Put your hands on my hips, Raymond. Interpersonal skills are very important.
Are you comfortable? Yes. I’m all right.
On the count of three, we’ll stand.
The ability to communicate effectively is essential when working with clients.
Three and up.
This includes listening skills, being observant and
understanding how your client is feeling each day.
Beautiful. Are you comfortable? Yeah.
The equipment I use is fantastic.
The hoist isused to lift the client on to the commode chair.
The commode chair is used to transport the client into the shower.
Raymond, I’m going to transfer you today using the hoist.
Raymond, can you place your leg over there for me and your
arm across your chest? OK. And keep it in that position.
Can you look at the wall when I say ‘go’? Are you ready? Ready, set, go.
OK, Raymond. You can come back now. Come back to the middle.
This leg of mine is not better.
That isn’t … I’ll help you with that one, Raymond, OK?
Can you help with your leg? Take it over the other side.
Well done, Raymond. Can you just lift your head just a little bit? We’ll just hook you up.
OK? You’re quite comfortable? Yeah.
When I raise you off the bed, Raymond, you’ll be in a seated position, OK?
Are you happy with that? Yeah.
Did you want to place your hands in a comfortable position? That’s it.
Ray, we’re going to raise you now.
We’re going to move you from here to the chair. All right?
Just move your arm across, Ray. Just across your chest if you can. That’s it. OK, Raymond.
I inspect the equipment to ensure it’s in good working order
for myself and my client.
Rust around the wheels? No.
That bolt sometimes comes loose.
No. Safe and secure.
Silver Chain has provided ongoing training in a number of areas.
I’ve completed courses in manual handling principles,
attended workshops on using new equipment
and recently completed a course which provided
me with skills to assist physiotherapists.
I follow a program set out by a qualified physiotherapist.
Going to do your arm raises first, Ray. You have to place your left hand over your right.
I want you to raise them right above your head as far as you can go.
OK. And down.
And raise your leg, Raymond.
And keep it there for a few seconds. And relax.
Currently there are no specific educational requirements to be a care aide.
However, by 2007, the industry would like to ensure all aged care workers have completed
a certificate through TAFE, private providers or host employers such as Silver Chain.
These courses provide a good combination of theory and practice,
and give you a good understanding of the care industry.
Care aide services are in demand so there’s plenty of opportunity.
The pay is fair and I can improve my skills and pay by completing further study.
My plans are to return to TAFE and do an enrolled nursing course.
Each of my clients has their own individual needs.
Goodbye, Raymond. I’ll see you on the next visit.
OK, love. I’m looking forward to seeing you too.
Oh, lovely. That’s nice.
At the end of the day, I’ve helped my clients to maintain
independence in the community which I find very fulfilling.