Live-in Carer for a 72 year old Female – Naxxar, Malta

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Live-in Home Care Worker to support an elderly female client residing in a spacious villa in Naxxar. The role focuses on maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life while assisting with daily living and recovery support.

Client Overview:

• Location: Naxxar, Malta
• Residence: Spacious villa with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 showers, 4 toilets, and lift access
• Client: Female, 72 years old, married
• Mobility: Poor mobility; wheelchair bound; requires safe transfer support and close supervision
• Communication: Limited verbal communication; requires calm, patient engagement
• Dietary: Pescatarian diet with dairy-free alternatives; nutritional supplements required
• Family: Close family involvement; husband primary carer requiring respite support
• Pets: None

Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities while preserving dignity and independence
• Support safe transfers and wheelchair mobility in line with physiotherapy guidance
• Administer medication strictly as prescribed, with attention to time-sensitive doses
• Monitor wound status and report any concerns promptly (no clinical wound care)
• Prepare pescatarian, dairy-conscious meals and support nutritional supplementation
• Provide calm, patient companionship and communication support tailored to client needs
• Encourage engagement in adapted creative and sensory activities
• Assist with toileting and continence care sensitively
• Maintain a clean, safe, and clutter-free environment to reduce fall risk
• Monitor changes in mobility, mood, and wellbeing; escalate concerns as needed
• Keep accurate daily care logs and communicate effectively with family and healthcare professionals
• Support family coordination and respite care for the husband

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience with elderly clients requiring wheelchair support, safe transfers, and falls prevention
• Knowledge of medication routines, wound monitoring, and health observation
• Compassionate, patient, and calm approach, skilled in managing frustration and distress
• Good English communication skills, including interpreting non-verbal cues
• Professional, respectful, and discreet within a private family home environment

Living Environment:

• Private villa in Naxxar with lift access and multiple bathrooms and toilets
• Family-oriented household with close involvement from husband and daughter

Position Details:

• Live-in position with structured daily routine supporting recovery and ongoing care needs

Compensation & Benefits:

Details available upon application

How to Apply:

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This job description was generated automatically from MyCare Malta evaluation data and reflects only the operational requirements of the role.