Group Home Care Worker
ぐるーぷほーむかいごいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Facility Care Occupations
- Minor : Other Facility Care Occupations
Summary
A job that provides life support, physical care, and consultation support to residents in group homes for elderly with dementia (dementia-compatible group living care).
Description
Group home care workers provide not only physical care such as bathing, toileting, and meals but also medication management, household assistance, planning and implementation of recreation, and consultation support through communication with residents and families in facilities (group homes) where elderly people with dementia live together. Emphasizing support for user independence, they provide assistance based on care plans tailored to each individual's pace and are required to share information, record, and report as a team.
Future Outlook
With the aging population and increasing number of dementia patients, demand for group homes is expanding. Demand for care workers with enhanced dementia care expertise is also expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Acquisition of Care Worker Initial Training → Acquisition of Practical Training → Certified Care Worker → Chief Care Worker → Life Consultant → Facility Manager
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Dementia Care / Emergency Response / Physical Caregiving Skills / Record and Report Preparation
Recommended Skills
Care Plan Creation / Dementia Care Specialist / Household Support Skills / Recreation Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible responses to changes in dementia symptoms are required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Meticulous attention is required for residents' physical conditions and medication management. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with residents, families, and staff is important. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical demands such as transfer assistance and bathing assistance. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental and physical loads require stress tolerance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Care Worker Initial Training
- Certified Care Worker
- Practical Training
Aliases
- Dementia Group Home Care Worker
- GH Care Worker
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Worker
- Day Service Care Worker
- Facility Care Worker
- Home Helper