Welfare Equipment Specialist Consultant
ふくしようぐせんもんそうだんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who selects and proposes caregiving equipment and welfare equipment according to the user's physical condition and living environment, and performs adjustments and guidance.
Description
Welfare Equipment Specialist Consultants evaluate users' physical functions and living environments at in-home care and facility care sites, selecting and providing optimal welfare equipment. They first conduct interviews with users and families along with body measurements to check living spaces and daily activities. Based on the long-term care insurance system, they develop rental and sales plans, coordinating with manufacturers and contractors for home renovations and equipment installation. After delivery, they provide guidance on actual usage methods, regularly collect feedback for adjustments or replacements. Collaborating with businesses, facilities, medical institutions, and local governments, they deliver team-based services to support user independence and QOL improvement.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, demand for in-home care is increasing, and demand for welfare equipment specialist consultants is expected to expand steadily going forward. Service areas may expand with the introduction of technologies such as IoT and remote consultations.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Caring / Excellent observational skills / Good listener / Sincere
Work Style
Facility-based Care / Remote / Shift / Showroom Duty / Team Duty
Career Path
Welfare Equipment Specialist Consultant (Entry-level) → Senior Consultant → Supervisor/Manager → Training Instructor/Trainer → Business Manager/Independent Entrepreneurship
Required Skills
Communication Skills (User and Family Guidance) / Long-term Care Insurance System / Measurement Technique / Sports Equipment Maintenance / Welfare Equipment Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Grasping Latest Welfare Equipment Technology Trends / Home Renovation / Rehabilitation Knowledge / Teamwork
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required in body measurements and equipment adjustments. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with users, families, and other professionals is necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to propose and adjust the optimal equipment suited to the user's needs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Welfare Equipment Specialist Consultant Training
Aliases
- Equipment Consultant
- Welfare Equipment Advisor
- Welfare Equipment Planner
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