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So You Want to Be a Carer is a down-to-earth guide for anyone thinking about starting a career in care, or anyone who has already taken their first steps into the job and wants a little more guidance along the way.
Written as though you're sitting down having a chat with an experienced carer, this book takes you through the realities of care — the rewarding moments, the difficult days, the things nobody quite tells you when you first start, and the small things that can make a huge difference to the person you're supporting.
From person-centred care, communication and safeguarding to professional boundaries, teamwork, difficult situations and looking after yourself, this book covers the practical and human side of being a carer.
You'll learn about:
• What being a carer is really about
• Building respectful relationships with the people you support
• Communication and working as part of a team
• Safeguarding and recognising when something isn't right
• Maintaining professional boundaries
• Dealing with families and difficult conversations
• What to do when things don't go to plan
• Looking after yourself while caring for others
• The importance of dignity, independence and choice
• Becoming the kind of carer you would want for yourself
But this isn't just a list of rules and procedures.
It's a conversation.
Because care isn't simply about completing tasks. It's about people.
It's about walking into someone's home and remembering that you're walking into their life.
Whether you're considering becoming a carer, you're starting your first care job, or you've already been working in care and want a reminder of why the job matters, So You Want to Be a Carer is here to sit beside you, talk honestly about the job and hopefully make you feel a little more prepared for the journey ahead.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. About the BookSo You Want to Be a Carer is a down-to-earth guide for anyone thinking about starting a career in care, or anyone who has already taken their first steps into the job and wants a little more guidance along the way.Written as though you're sitting down having a chat with an experienced carer, this book takes you through the realities of care - the rewarding moments, the difficult days, the things nobody quite tells you when you first start, and the small things that can make a huge difference to the person you're supporting.From person-centred care, communication and safeguarding to professional boundaries, teamwork, difficult situations and looking after yourself, this book covers the practical and human side of being a carer.You'll learn about: - What being a carer is really about- Building respectful relationships with the people you support- Communication and working as part of a team- Safeguarding and recognising when something isn't right- Maintaining professional boundaries- Dealing with families and difficult conversations- What to do when things don't go to plan- Looking after yourself while caring for others- The importance of dignity, independence and choice- Becoming the kind of carer you would want for yourselfBut this isn't just a list of rules and procedures.It's a conversation.Because care isn't simply about completing tasks. It's about people.It's about walking into someone's home and remembering that you're walking into their life.Whether you're considering becoming a carer, you're starting your first care job, or you've already been working in care and want a reminder of why the job matters, So You Want to Be a Carer is here to sit beside you, talk honestly about the job and hopefully make you feel a little more prepared for the journey ahead. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798191535302
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - About the BookSo You Want to Be a Carer is a down-to-earth guide for anyone thinking about starting a career in care, or anyone who has already taken their first steps into the job and wants a little more guidance along the way.Written as though you're sitting down having a chat with an experienced carer, this book takes you through the realities of care - the rewarding moments, the difficult days, the things nobody quite tells you when you first start, and the small things that can make a huge difference to the person you're supporting.From person-centred care, communication and safeguarding to professional boundaries, teamwork, difficult situations and looking after yourself, this book covers the practical and human side of being a carer.You'll learn about: - What being a carer is really about- Building respectful relationships with the people you support- Communication and working as part of a team- Safeguarding and recognising when something isn't right- Maintaining professional boundaries- Dealing with families and difficult conversations- What to do when things don't go to plan- Looking after yourself while caring for others- The importance of dignity, independence and choice- Becoming the kind of carer you would want for yourselfBut this isn't just a list of rules and procedures.It's a conversation.Because care isn't simply about completing tasks. It's about people.It's about walking into someone's home and remembering that you're walking into their life.Whether you're considering becoming a carer, you're starting your first care job, or you've already been working in care and want a reminder of why the job matters, So You Want to Be a Carer is here to sit beside you, talk honestly about the job and hopefully make you feel a little more prepared for the journey ahead. Seller Inventory # 9798191535302