Caregiving Assistant (Home-visit Bathing Care)
かいごじょしゅ（ほうもんにゅうよくかいご）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Home Care Occupations
- Minor : Home Bathing Assistance Workers
Summary
A caregiving assistant role that visits clients' homes using a home-visit bathing vehicle, handling everything from setting up the bathtub to bathing assistance and dressing support.
Description
Home-visit bathing assistants drive or accompany a dedicated bathing vehicle to set up bathtubs, manage water temperature, wash bodies, perform bed baths, assist with dressing and transfers, check vital signs, and handle cleanup for elderly or disabled individuals unable to bathe at home. They work in teams of two or more, thoroughly managing hygiene, infection control, and safety while providing tailored support suited to the client's physical and mental condition.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, stable demand is expected, although labor shortages are becoming severe. The introduction of ICT and mechanical bathtubs may improve work efficiency.
Personality Traits
Cheerful Personality / Compassionate / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning/Evening Shifts / Full-time Employee / Part-time/Alba / Shift Work / Visiting Service
Career Path
Completion of Care Worker Initial Training → Home-visit Caregiver (Home Helper) → Completion of Practical Training → Certified Care Worker → Service Coordinator
Required Skills
Bathing Assistance / Home-visit Bathing Vehicle Preparation and Cleanup / Hygiene Care / Transfer Assistance / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dementia Care / First Aid / Infection Prevention Measures / Welfare Equipment Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with clients and families is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for loading/unloading equipment and transfer assistance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Specialized analysis or logical thinking is not highly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not much needed in the job. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis or calculations are hardly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Care Worker Initial Training
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
- Practical Training
Aliases
- Home-visit Bathing Assistant
- Home-visit Bathing Helper
Related Jobs
- Care Helper
- Home-visit Caregiver
- Service Coordinator