Shc 34 1.1

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Unit Number: SHC 34 Question 1.1: Explain what it means to have a Duty of Care in own work role. The standard definition of DUTY of Care is: A requirement to exercise a “reasonable” degree of attention and caution to avoid negligence which would lead to harm to other people. But how does this translate to my own work role??? In my opinion My Duty of Care to the young people I care for is to evaluate and monitor that the young people are at all times in a safe environment. That they are treated with respect for themselves and their privacy. That there are no safeguarding issues, and if there are that they are addressed. To maintain a high level of care at all times. Ways in which I can I can maintain a high level of care are to make sure I am up to date with all information regarding our young people. Arrive on time so I can have a thorough handover meeting at the beginning of my shift, and complete all paperwork at the end of my shift. Keep up to date with any changes in the young people’s care files, and continually liaise with the OT’s to keep them informed of any changes in behavior and give any suggestions I may have. To seek guidance from my senior management team or Nurse if I have any concerns or if I am unsure of anything. Also my Duty of Care extends to respecting the young person’s views, religion and sexual orientation. And not to be judgmental if the young person’s views etc. are not the same as mine. I must also be mindful to give our young people a sense of dignity when we have to provide care of a personal nature. To try to provide a caring, nurturing environment for our young people as we can as they are away from their parents and we are the next best

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