1. Understand person – centred approaches for care and support. 1.1 Define person centred values. This is to ensure that an individual are at the centre of planning and support, upholding and promoting individuality; choice; dignity; privacy; rights; respect; independence and partnership. 1.2 Explain why it is important to work in a way that embeds person – centred values.
Furthermore this requires work to be based towards the best interests of the individuals using the service so therefore ensuring that care practice isn’t detrimental to the health, wellbeing and safety of the adult; only carrying out care practice with your own level of competence, role and responsibility. 1.2) Describe how the duty of care effects own work role. Duty of care is synonymous to how care work is adopted according to the best interests of the individual, Therefore you should carry out duty’s in which you are competent and in own job description and if you have the inability to do specific tasks you are well within your grounds to decline certain tasks, which brings me on to another key feature of duty of care which is being accountable for own descions and actions; following certain procedures in all aspects of work including the approptie use of resources and equipment. Furthermore it is paramount that you provide standards of care in line of codes of practice of the settings/service as well as in line with the underpinning values of adult social care the respect of the individual should be the predominant focal point which can be displayed by respecting their rights to preservation of dignity, safeguarding; the need to observe confidentiality; the need to be observant; the importance of induction and regular updating of your own individual skills and knowledge base. Another key aspect of your role within your duty of care is ensure that all concerns are reported by completing
Respect – recognising and valuing the individuals sense of worth and importance to others. Partnership – working with others to achieving the best outcomes possible. 1.2 – The care that is carried out on a daily basis should always be centred around the person that is being cared for. Person centred approaches are about sharing power, so the emphasis is on ‘doing things with’ the individual. This means including the individual in decision making.
Part 1 – 4 The importance of person-centred care The level or type of care a person requires varies from person-to-person. Therefore, assessments and care planning is to be done with a person-centred approach. Ensuring individuals are treated with a holistic and person centred approach will promote an individual’s feeling of individuality and self-esteem and enable them to have control over their life.
As a carer we need to put the needs and interests of our residents at the centre of our practice and thinking. We need to meet their needs and assure they are not put in danger by using unsafe practice. Aiii. Within the organisation Duty of Care involves the resident(providing care, protect from harm, maintain rights, promote their interests), the residents family/friends and the organisation itself, including our work colleagues. We need to work safely, uphold the law, report concerns & allegations, maintain professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
1.2 Explain how own role and practice can impact on communication with an individual who has specific communication needs As a carer it is our role and responsibility to support individuals to express themselves. The way in which we do this is by assessing their needs, access information regarding their communication needs, providing the appropriate support, aids or equipment, encouraging and motivating communication, working with others and by monitoring the effectiveness of that support. Without the appropriate support the individual would be unable to express their needs or how they are feeling which can lead to both emotional and physical difficulties. By fully supporting individuals with specific communication needs we are able to support their rights. 1.3 Analyse features of the environment that may help or hinder communication Features of
This process is more inclusive for learners of all abilities. In addition when discussing ground rules with learners it is important for the tutor to establish their own rules which reflect their commitment to the teaching and learning relationship. However some ground rules cannot be negotiated it is the responsibility of the tutor to make sure they are understood. Health and safety, is one example of this. Also boundaries need to be set on a mutual agreement, but they need to be flexible and can be reviewed at all times.
1. Define person-centered values (1.1.1) Person centered values includes to treat the person as individual, recognizing their individual needs and act upon them accordingly. Support, inform and encourage them to access and exercise their rights and to make their own choices in every day life situation and in long term commitments. Making sure to give them privacy when they wish to be alone or when having private conversation. Encouraging people to be independent even if they choose riskier option.
This could be from themselves or others so all tasks needs to be assessed prior to undertaking them to ensure the risks are reduced to the minimum level and that they receive the appropriate level of support. Aiii The duty of care is a guideline that is held within the care setting to ensure the care staff are aware of their responsibilities and know what is expected of them whilst they are promoting the well being of the individuals being supported. These guidelines are in place to protect individuals within the care setting whether it is a person living within the care setting or the support staff working within the organisation. Aiv Duty of care contributes to the safeguarding of individuals because it sets out the standards required to provide appropriate levels of care within the setting so that no harm comes to either the individual living within the setting or the staff supporting them e.g. complaints or accusations.
2) By actively engaging with the Service user to determine their preferences and interests and then supporting them in carrying out as much as they are able to do, within the bounds of the Policies and Procedures of the Company and Statutory Legislation. 3) Three examples that must be done under the Code of Practice for Social Workers. a) Protect the rights and promote the interests of Service users and carers. b) Promote the Independence of Service users while protecting them as far as possible from danger or