Life Support Staff (Disability Facility)
せいかつしどういん（しょうがいしゃしせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession in disability welfare facilities that aims to promote users' independence and improve their quality of life by formulating, implementing, and evaluating individual support plans.
Description
Life support staff at disability facilities provide life support for users with physical or intellectual disabilities, covering a wide range from assistance with daily activities such as meals, bathing, and excretion to planning and implementing leisure activities and consultation support for families. They promote users' independence through the creation and monitoring of individual support plans, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to facility operations. They are also required to flexibly respond to changes in users' conditions, handle record-keeping and reporting tasks, and manage emergencies.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to aging population and enhancements in disability welfare services. Roles are diversifying with the introduction of ICT tools for records and analysis, as well as strengthened community transition support, requiring higher specialization.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Empathetic / Excellent Observation Skills / Patient / Proactive
Work Style
Day Shift / Full-time/Part-time / Multidisciplinary Team / Night Shift / Shift
Career Path
Life Support Staff (Junior) → Service Management Supervisor → Facility Manager → Consultation Support Specialist → Community Welfare Coordinator
Required Skills
Creation and Evaluation of Support Plans / Life Assistance / Multidisciplinary Collaboration / Record and Report Creation / Recreation Planning
Recommended Skills
Basic Medical Knowledge / Consultation Assistance Techniques / Crisis Response Skills / PC Operation (Document Creation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to changes in users' conditions and emergencies. |
| Communication Skills | To collaborate smoothly with users, families, and other professionals to provide support. |
| Planning & Organization | To create individual support plans and adjust programs. |
| Stress Tolerance | To endure the mental stress from dealing with users and troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Worker
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- Social Welfare Officer Appointment Qualification
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