Disability Welfare Facility Care Worker
しょうがいしゃふくししせつかいごいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Facility Care Occupations
- Minor : Disability Welfare Facility Care Workers
Summary
Disability Welfare Facility Care Workers provide life support and independence support for users with physical, intellectual, or mental disabilities as welfare professionals. They handle daily life assistance, leisure activity support, user condition observation and recording, and support plan implementation.
Description
Disability Welfare Facility Care Workers are professionals who promote independence through daily life support for users with disabilities. They perform physical assistance such as meals, excretion, bathing, and mobility; planning and operation of recreation and leisure activities; and observation and recording of users' physical and mental conditions. They provide care in collaboration with multiple professions based on support plans, offer consultation assistance to families, and support social participation. Since individualized support tailored to each user's needs is provided, communication skills and observation skills are required.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates, aging population, and increasing demand for disability welfare services, stable job openings are expected. While workplace environments are improving through work style reforms and better treatment, there is a trend toward requiring highly specialized support skills.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Compassionate / Excellent Observation Skills / Patient / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Full-Time Contract Employee / Night Shift / Part-Time Possible / Shift Work
Career Path
Care Worker (New Hire) → Care Leader/Supervisor → Service Management Supervisor → Facility Manager → Welfare Coordinator
Required Skills
Observation Record Report / Physical Care Techniques / Recreation Support / Support Plan Implementation / Welfare Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Care Record System Operation / Communication Techniques (Active Listening) / Dementia Care / First Aid and Life-Saving Skills / Medication Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss subtle changes in the user's physical or mental condition. |
| Communication Skills | Because appropriate communication with users, families, and other staff is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of heavy lifting and standing work, requiring physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | To respond quickly to sudden changes or troubles in users. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are mentally and physically burdensome situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is necessary to cooperate with multiple professions and other staff to provide support. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because practical support responses are emphasized more than logical thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little mathematical or quantitative work. |
Related Qualifications
- Care Worker Initial Training
- Care Worker Practical Training
- Certified Care Worker
Related Jobs
- Child Welfare Facility Instructor
- Elderly Facility Care Worker
- Life Support Worker
- Visiting Care Worker