Live-in Carer for an 89 Year old female – Qawra, Malta

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Live-in Home Care Worker to support an elderly female client residing in a wheelchair-accessible third-floor apartment with lift access in Qawra. The role focuses on maintaining dignity, independence, and quality of life through assistance with mobility, personal care, and emotional support.

Client Overview:

• Location: Qawra, Malta
• Residence: Third-floor apartment with lift access, wheelchair accessible, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with shower
• Client: Female, 89 years old, widow
• Mobility: Poor mobility; requires assistance with all transfers and safe movement using walking frame, stick, and wheelchair
• Communication: Fluent in Maltese, English, and Italian
• Emotional: Benefits from reassurance, companionship, and meaningful engagement
• Family: Close-knit and supportive; regular communication expected
• Pets: None

Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities while maintaining client dignity and independence
• Support safe transfers and mobility using walking aids and wheelchair
• Administer or prompt medication according to prescription and medication records, with attention to safety
• Prepare heart-healthy meals aligned with dietary preferences and restrictions
• Support oral hygiene and care of removable dental prosthesis
• Assist with physiotherapy exercises and gentle mobility within tolerance
• Provide companionship and emotional reassurance, especially during periods of low mood or anxiety
• Encourage engagement in preferred activities such as reading, cooking, and socialising
• Maintain a clean, safe, and decluttered living environment to reduce falls risk
• Monitor health conditions and report any changes to family or medical professionals
• Complete accurate daily care logs and maintain communication records
• Assist with appointments, family coordination, and accompanied outings as needed
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, particularly around falls prevention and medication management

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working with elderly clients and managing chronic conditions
• Ability to support significantly reduced mobility, wheelchair use, and safe transfers
• Strong understanding of medication routines and health monitoring, including bleeding and falls risk awareness
• Compassionate, patient, and attentive approach, sensitive to bereavement-related low mood
• Excellent communication skills in Maltese, English, and/or Italian
• Ability to provide both physical and emotional support
• Professional, respectful, and discreet within a private family home

Living Environment:

• Third-floor apartment with lift access and wheelchair accessibility in Qawra
• Safe, structured environment with family support and ongoing decluttering for safety
• Close family involvement with regular updates expected

Position Details:

• Carer type: Live-in
• Employment: Live-in position with structured daily routine and defined care schedule

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.