To ensure the highest confidence in our carers all staff go through an interview procedure carried out by the office team, an enhanced vetting process and previous employment references are obtained.
Successful candidates then go through an intensive induction which covers all mandatory training recommended by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.
These include the following:
Glen Caring Policies and Procedures
Infection Control
Manual Handling
Stoma and Catheter Care
Effective communication
Palliative Care
Health and Safety
Challenging Behaviour
Abuse of vulnerable adults and children
Medication
Basic Food Hygiene
First Aid
Skin Care
Recording and Reporting
Fire Safety
Managing Service User Money
As well as our standard training requirements some carers are specialised in certain fields in order to accommodate clients with specific needs. These include: