To do this I should keep my training up to date, follow all policies and procedures set by employer in order to keep things safe. If I see something that is wrong my duty of care would be to report what I see happen i.e. whistle blowing. Also if I am told to do something I don’t feel comfortable doing or something not in my job description make sure I decline doing it as it’s my duty of care to only carry out duties I feel competent doing. Be aware of dilemmas that may arise about Duty of Care and the support available for addressing them 2.1 Describe dilemmas that may arise between the Duty of Care and an individual’s right You may have a case as a care worker where an individual may want to do something which could be a risk to their own health and safety.
Unit 206 1.1 The difference between a working relationship and a personal relationship is that a working relationship is where you are placed with other people and work as part of team where each individual is working following professional codes of conduct, towards the achievement of shared aims and objectives. You would also follow policies and procedures. By working to a set of rules and procedures for which you're paid, you are accountable and responsible for any mistakes and errors you make. Time limits and boundaries apply and you do not necessarily have to like the people you work with but need to keep personal opinions and feelings to yourself. Mutual respect and understanding is a key factor in developing a good working relationship.
2.1 Describe why it is important to adhere to the scope of your job role It is important to adhere to the scope of your job role as this sets out boundaries, enables you to know your role and responsibility and knowing your own level of competence and skills. if someone asked you to do another role it wouldn’t be ok if you carried out the tasks because you aren't trained for it and you could injury
I will not be expected to go beyond the limits of my role but if it is found that I did not exercise a proper duty of care I could be disciplined or even have legal action taken against me. My standard of work must be at a competent level within my role. This requires me to: 1. attend all training and keep my skills up to date 2. Provide a quality of service that demonstrates those skills 3. Know what must be done to provide a safe service 4.
They also have a moral and ethical duty not to cause, or fail to prevent, physical or psychological injury, and must fulfil their responsibilities with regard to personal injury and negligence claims. Aiv: How the duty of care contributes to safeguarding individuals. In your role you have a duty of care to raising concerns you may have about any aspect of your work. These can range from inadequate working conditions, poor equipment, poor practise by other staff; to raising concerns about potential abuse cases and situations of neglect. It is your duty of care to safeguard individuals from harm.
Unit- HSC025 1.1 Explain how a working relationship is different from a personal relationship. A working relationship is different from a personal relationship in many ways. In a working relationship, although you may gain a friendship, you must always remain professional. In a health and social care setting, you have to put the needs of the service user first, professionalism should be maintained at all times, so although you may not necessarily get on well with a colleague you must still keep a good working relationship. If you have a disagreement with a colleague, this would have to be resolved in a calm and professional manner, not letting feelings cloud your judgement.
Describe dilemmas that may arise between the duty of care and an individual’s rights Me as a care assistant I have to do everything to keep my residents safe, I have duty of care to that people. Sometimes my residents they want to do something which can be dangerous for them. On the other hand, I have to respect their choices and rights. I have to explain nicely what the risk is and find the way to compromise. All of my action taken should be documented including any risk assessment carried out.
There’s also working relationships with outside agencies such as doctors and other care professionals who may visit your work place. And also there’s family and friends who are visiting service users. Although you can be friendly with them you must always remain professional. 2.1 It is important to adhere to the agreed scope of the job role so that I work safely within the boundaries of my job role.This ensures I don’t do things that I am not qualified to do and as such put service users in possible harms way whether physically or through the mishandling of confidential
Honest at all times. Once you build up a friendly relationship you may be less formal when speaking, butAlways respectful. Be able to work in ways that are agreed with the employer (2.1) 3. Describe why it is important to adhere to the agreed scope of the job roleTo ensure health and safety regulations are followed and the welfare of the service user is paramount But always making sure that our (care workers) health and safety is considered too. Rules of employment are set for valid reasons and must be followed in respect of your job role and employer, also The law and
The role of the health and social care worker 1.1 . Explain how a working relationship is different from a personal relationship As a support worker, I have a duty of care and must act in a professional manner at all times. The individuals that I support may consider me a friend and that is acceptable but there are boundaries as I have a working relationship with them and that should be made clear. My reason for being there is to support the individual and promote their independence. 1.2 .