Life Guidance Staff (Elderly Welfare Facility)
せいかつしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession in elderly welfare facilities that provides life guidance for the elderly, daily life support, planning and implementation of recreation, and consultation assistance.
Description
Life Guidance Staff (Elderly Welfare Facility) supports residents' independence in daily life, aiming to maintain physical and mental health and stabilize living rhythms. They create individual life plans, provide guidance on daily activities, and support meals and bathing. They also plan and manage recreation and hobby activities. Additionally, they respond to consultations from residents and families, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care services, and contribute to service quality improvement through records and reports. They are also involved in dementia care and care prevention programs.
Future Outlook
With the progress of aging society, demand will remain stable. There is a trend toward needing highly specialized personnel for individualized care, dementia response, etc.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Compassionate / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Full-time / Part-time available / Shift / Weekends and holidays work
Career Path
Life Guidance Staff → Chief Life Guidance Staff → Facility Manager Assistant → Facility Manager → Area Manager
Required Skills
Basic Care Knowledge / Communication Skills / Consultation Assistance Techniques / Program Planning / Recreation Planning and Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Psychology / Dementia Care / Family Support Techniques / Implementation of Care Prevention Programs
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with elderly people, families, and staff is essential. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative ingenuity is needed for recreation and support programs. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and adjust programs tailored to each user. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because support is provided in collaboration with care staff and specialists. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced logical analysis is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Support Specialist
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Social Worker
Aliases
- Life Guidance Staff
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