Home Care Worker
ざいたくかいごいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Home Care Occupations
- Minor : Home Care Workers
Summary
A welfare service job that visits clients' homes to provide support for daily living and physical care.
Description
Home care workers visit the homes of elderly or disabled individuals and, based on care plans, perform physical care (assistance with bathing, toileting, meals, and mobility) and daily living aid (cooking, cleaning, shopping proxy, etc.). They observe the client's health status and living environment, record and report changes, and collaborate with family, care managers, and other medical and welfare staff to provide support. Often involves shift work with direct travel to and from sites, requiring physical stamina and communication skills.
Future Outlook
With the progress of aging society, demand for home care is increasing, and labor shortages are expected to worsen. Utilization of ICT and enhancement of expertise are required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Day Shifts Only / Direct to/from Work Possible / Full-time / Part-time Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Certified Caregiver Initial Training Completion (Home Helper) → Certified Caregiver Practical Training Completion → Certified Care Worker → Service Coordinator → Care Manager (Certified Care Support Specialist)
Required Skills
Caregiving Techniques / Communication Skills / Observation Skills / Recording and Reporting Skills
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to different environments and situations in each home. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Meticulous attention is required for changes in clients' conditions and ensuring safety. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with clients and their families. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Continuous physical stamina is required for transfers and physical assistance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Care plans are created by professionals, so deep analysis is not necessary. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed as work follows manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no quantitative calculation tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Caregiver Initial Training Completion
- Certified Caregiver Practical Training Completion
Aliases
- Home Helper
- Visiting Care Helper
- Visiting Care Worker
Related Jobs
- Care Manager
- Certified Care Worker
- Day Service Care Worker
- Service Coordinator