Caregiver (Rehabilitation Facility)
かいごいん（りはびりてーしょんしせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Facility Care Occupations
- Minor : Other Facility Care Occupations
Summary
A job in rehabilitation facilities where, under the guidance of physical therapists and occupational therapists, assistance with activities of daily living and support for functional training is provided to promote users' independence and improve their quality of life.
Description
Caregivers (Rehabilitation Facilities) provide physical assistance for meals, bathing, toileting, transfers, and mobility, as well as support for functional training such as preparing equipment and guiding exercises based on instructions from physical therapists and occupational therapists, with the aim of supporting user independence in rehabilitation facilities. They also conduct daily health observations, create care records, report and coordinate changes in user conditions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, demand for caregivers in rehabilitation facilities is increasing. Enhancing expertise expands opportunities for career advancement and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Team-oriented
Work Style
Day Shifts Only / Leave System / Night Shifts / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Completion of Initial Care Worker Training → Completion of Practical Care Worker Training → Certified Care Worker Acquisition → Care Leader → Facility Care Manager
Required Skills
Care Record Creation / Communication Skills / Physical Care / Rehabilitation Assistance / Transfer Assistance / Vital Signs Measurement
Recommended Skills
Dementia Care / Infection Prevention Measures / Knowledge of Welfare Equipment / Recreation Planning and Operation / Teamwork
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Users' conditions and schedules change, requiring flexible responses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to notice subtle changes in users' conditions and care content. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for smooth collaboration with users, families, and multidisciplinary teams. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength for standing work and assistance. |
| Stress Tolerance | Physically and mentally demanding, requiring calm responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and implement care plans. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Focuses more on assistance following procedures rather than complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Much of the care is manualized, prioritizing adherence to procedures over creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is rarely needed in caregiving tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Care Worker (Initial Training Completion)
- Certified Care Worker (Practical Training Completion)
Aliases
- Care Staff
- Care Worker
Related Jobs
- Home Helper
- Nurse
- Occupational Therapist
- Physical Therapist