Orchid Care Services Limited

🌬 As Storm Ciarán looms over Jersey, our brave carers are out there, making sure those who need help the most are safe and cared for. A huge thank you to our healthcare assistants for their unwavering dedication and courage. You are our heroes in the storm.

To everyone in our community, please stay safe, and let's look out for each other.

Here are our tips 'Keeping Healthy at Home'! 🌿🏡

At Orchid Care, we believe that good health and well-being should be accessible to everyone, even from the comfort of your own home. Life can be incredibly demanding and busy so it's essential to prioritise self-care and make healthy choices. Here are some wellness tips to help you thrive while staying at home in Jersey:

1️⃣ Stay Active: Engage in regular physical activity to keep your body and mind in shape. Whether it's a simple home workout routine, yoga, dancing, or a walk around your garden, finding ways to move and stay active is vital for maintaining your well-being.

2️⃣ Nourish Your Body: Focus on a balanced and nutritious diet. Include plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in your meals. Stay hydrated by drinking an adequate amount of water throughout the day.

3️⃣ Prioritise Mental Health: Reach out to loved ones for support and connection. Engage in activities that bring you joy, such as reading, listening to music, or pursuing a hobby. Also give mind activating games a go such as sudoko or crosswords.

4️⃣ Maintain a Routine: Establish a daily routine to provide structure and stability. Set regular sleep and wake-up times, plan meals, and incorporate breaks for relaxation and leisure activities. A consistent routine can contribute to a great sense of well-being.

5️⃣ Create a Safe Environment: Ensure your home is a safe and comfortable space. Remove clutter, ensure good lighting, and eliminate any potential hazards. Organise your living area to promote relaxation and reduce stress.

🌺🌿 Orchid Care Services is here to support you in your wellness journey. We believe that small steps towards self-care can make a big difference in your overall well-being. Take care of yourself, stay healthy, and remember that we are always here for you.

🌺 Join Our Growing Team as Deputy Care Manager! 🌺

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment?

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Care Manager to help us grow our company and enhance our company culture.

You will play a vital role in supporting the manager and overseeing the care services provided to our clients in the comfort of their own homes. Your responsibilities will include onboarding and coordinating new care packages, ensuring compliance with Jersey Care Commission home care regulations, and providing support and training to our team of compassionate caregivers.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

- Minimum Level 3 QCF qualification or equivalent in Health and Social Care

- Minimum two years of experience in a similar role within the healthcare or home care industry

- Alternatively, we will also consider candidates with a Level 5 qualification or nursing background

- Strong knowledge of Jersey Care Commission home care regulations

- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills

- Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities

- A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care services to clients

This role carries a licensed status, and a minimum residency period of 5 years is not required. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who can contribute to our team and provide exceptional care to our clients.

At Orchid Care Services, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package to support their work and personal needs. As part of our commitment, we currently offer company phone, car, and laptop devices to our Deputy Care Managers. Additionally, we provide full training support to ensure you have the tools and knowledge necessary for success.

Join our team and be part of a company that truly values its employees.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter to [email protected]

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We love nothing more than hearing client testimonials which warm our hearts! 💜

At Orchid Care, our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to our clients, ensuring their comfort, well-being and happiness.

"Both carers from Orchid have been incredibly caring to our family member, always encouraging him to do things. They have great knowledge of dementia and provide him with a lot of interaction even on bad days. They are easy to talk to and caring to me too, which is a bonus."

Your feedback motivates us to continue delivering the highest standard of care, so thank you.

Meet Laura, Director of Operations for Orchid 🌸

Curious about what a day in the life of our incredible team leader looks like? Here is a glimpse into her world. 🌟

For Laura, each day is a balancing act of structure and focus.

Being the Director of Operations at Orchid Care, Laura takes on the responsibility of overseeing strategies, ensuring proper implementation of policies and procedures, and maintaining top-notch compliance. She also excels in communication, always going above and beyond by offering support and guidance to management and senior staff, collaborating with medical professionals, and ensuring the highest standard of care is provided to our valued clients.

Laura's passion for her work shines through in every aspect of her role. The constant variety, challenges, and opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of others are what truly captivate her. 🌈

Creative problem-solving is Laura's secret weapon, allowing her to tackle any issue that arises with grace and efficiency. Working closely with her amazing team and ensuring top-quality care are what keep her motivated. No two days are the same, and that's what makes it all so fulfilling. 💪

And when the day winds down, Laura prioritises spending quality time with her loved ones.

We're truly fortunate to have Laura leading our operations with dedication and passion. Join us in appreciating the invaluable work she does for Orchid! 🙌

This week is 'Mental Health Awareness Week' and at Orchid we always want to encourage great mental health for those that we care for, their families members and our team of carers.

Here are our top tips for a healthy and positive mindset:

Get outside - As the weather begins to warm up, going for regular walks or taking loved ones who are less able into nature, will have a great impact on their mental wellbeing. Being outside increases our exposure to sunlight which heightens our vitamin D intake and contributes to feeling more energised.

Make sure you're getting enough sleep - Sleep has a great impact on our mood and if we aren't rested we can feel stressed and tired. Technology and environment has a large influence on our sleep patterns, so avoid watching TV or being on your phone in bed, instead read or listen to an audio book.

Connect with others - Regular social meet-up's with friends engages our minds and releases oxytocin leading to reduced stress levels and a positive outlook. This also applies to spending regular time with family, arranging monthly get-togethers can help the elderly to feel involved and helps for them to be around children, engaging their imagination which improves focus and memory.

Never stop learning - Creativity is one way to keeping a calm and healthy mind. This can include playing cards, doing suduko or crosswords, painting, reading, learning a new language, sport or hobby or simply practising meditation. Once you find a creative outlet which you enjoy, share it with others and encourage them to join in.

Spending time with animals - Animals are great a creating a healthy lifestyle and mindset. They get us outdoors and keep us active, provide companionship if you live alone, make us feel loved and above all bring joy to our lives. If you have a pet and a friend or loved one doesn't, invite them on a walk with you or to sit in the garden with a cup of tea whilst your pet plays or relaxes alongside you.

Deputy Care Manager – Jersey (Licensed)
An exciting opportunity for a qualified Deputy Manager who has a proven track record in the home care industry, to support in leading our JCC registered care business, and contribute to how we develop our services to improve the lives of our clients and our carers.
Highly competitive salary, depending on experience and qualifications.

Essential requirements:
• RQF (NVQ) Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Senior/management role in a busy homecare/domiciliary setting
• Clean DBS and Driving Licence
• Strong professional relationships with local Authorities
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Experience with digital end-to-end care management solutions
• Working in a supervisory capacity
• Excellent administrative, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the Jersey Care Commission Home Care Standards

Key responsibilities:
• Support in leading the care operations and ensure an effective and efficient service
• Support management with the supervision, development and appraisal of all care staff
• Onboard new care packages, ensuring they are a good fit within the existing rota and skill base
• Working closely with the Registered Manager and Director of Operations on developing our overall service
• Maintaining accurate care plans
• Liaise with placement teams / next of kin / clients to accept new, increased or decreased packages of care
• Support with on-going carer recruitment and training
• To manage the service in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Care Manager and legislative requirements
• Handle enquiries from new and existing clients
• To support building a forward thinking and innovative care team
• Occasional support with care shifts as and when required, including outside of normal working hours in times of reduced staffing capacity due to sickness or holidays.

What we offer:
• A voice – you’ll be part of a management team that will value your input
• Career progression into senior management and a clear succession plan
• An agile, positive working environment
• A company car
• Discretionary bonuses
• An excellent career opportunity with a growing company
• Training, support, and professional development

Mrs Christmas is out and about delivering our wonderful clients their Christmas baskets today 🎄☺️🎄🤶

On days like today it's incredibly difficult to keep cool.

For the elderly, it's even more important for them to seek shade and beat the heat.

Here are our top tips to help keeping your loved ones cool this summer:

⚪ Keep windows open and curtains or blinds partly closed so rooms are getting plenty of ventilation.

⚪ Keep as hydrated as possible. Place water bottles within their reach so they can easily access them throughout the day.

⚪ Avoid taking trips outside during the middle of the day. If they wish to go outside, early in the morning or early evening is best when it's much cooler.

⚪ Finally keep their fridge stocked with plenty of fruit and vegetables. Easy to eat snacks such as watermelon and cucumber are great for replenishing water intake.

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We love nothing more than hearing great feedback about our dedicated team! 👏🏻

At Orchid, we provide home care with a difference. We spend time understanding each of our clients on a personal level, so we can help and encourage them to do things that bring them joy and happiness; whilst supporting their daily needs.

Whether this be walking with them around the garden to smell the flowers, watching their favourite TV programme or making their favourite meal.

We go above and beyond in all that we do.✨

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Did you know that this week is Loneliness Awareness Week?

Many people experience loneliness, despite having family and friends around them. But loneliness stems from a lack of connection when we socialize or interact with others, or from simply spending not enough time with people.

So much about what we do at Orchid is about spending time with our clients, whether this be watching their favourite TV programme with them, taking them for a walk or simply sit in their garden with them and chat over a cup of tea.

We are that reliable source to make them feel connected, rewarded and understood.

Ever wondered what a career within Health Care would be like?

We asked some of our team, what they love the most about their jobs.

"There are no words to describe how we feel when we are supporting people that we care for. It’s so rewarding being part of someone's life when you know you are making a difference. They smile, they make you laugh, they tell you stories about their past and how much they appreciate us. We really are doing a wonderful job every day and I am proud to be a member of the Orchid team." Paula, Deputy Manager.

If you would like to learn more about the various job opportunities at Orchid, call 734293 and ask for Laura, or email [email protected]

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WORK WITH US 💫

We are looking for friendly and compassionate Health Care Assistants to join our team.

We have full, part-time, evening and weekend roles available.

Ideally, you’ll have a QCF or RQF Level 2 but it is not essential. As long as you’re compassionate, hardworking and reliable then we want to hear from you.

Working within healthcare is incredibly rewarding, flexible and provides great opportunity to meet fantastic people along the way.

If you’re interested, call Orchid on 734293 and ask for Laura, or email [email protected]

Happy Liberation Day from everyone at Orchid.

What a magical day it's going to be, being able to celebrate with our family and friends in the sunshine.

We feel so fortunate to live on such a beautiful island, caring for people who are part of Jersey's heritage. ✨

We hope everyone has a fantastic day.

Happy International Women's Day.

Let's work together to encourage a world that's diverse, equitable and inclusive.

At Orchid we celebrate the female's within our team and their continued achievements, creating a culture that embraces gender equality in all that we do.

Let's continue to spread the message together and promote a better society and world for our peers and children to look up to.

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⭐️

We are looking for superstars to join our team. 🌟

Current vacancies:

🌟 Senior Health Care Assistant - Full-time.

🌟Health Care Assistants - Full & part-time.

🌟Trainee Superstar - Full-time.

If you have the desire to join us in making a difference, get in touch via social media or call our office today on 01534 734293.

We are looking for superstars to join our team. 🌟

Current vacancies:

🌟 Senior Health Care Assistant - Full-time.

🌟Health Care Assistants - Full & part-time.

🌟Trainee Superstar - Full-time.

If you have the desire to join us in making a difference, get in touch via social media or call our office today on 01534 734293.

From everyone at Orchid, we would like to wish you a Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
Thank you to every single one of our clients and their families for their continued support.

It's feeling very festive in the Orchid office all of a sudden...🎄

Lore, Paula & Laura have been busy preparing gifts for our dedicated team of carers, who don't really slow down during this time of year. Instead, they continue to work tirelessly for every single one of their clients during the festive period.

Two members of our team will be preparing for maternity leave very soon, with two Orchid babies due in the coming weeks...👶🏼👶🏻

We wish them the best of luck during this exciting time!

We are delighted to have received a Christmas Shout Out - (Day 10) from one of our client's, Yvonne. 👏🏻🎄

We are so proud of all of our amazing carers, who go above and beyond every day. Thank you for all of your hard work in 2021. ✨

https://www.itv.com/news/channel/2021-12-02/your-itv-channel-christmas-shout-outs

Your ITV Channel Christmas shout-outs | ITV News The Christmas shout-out is your chance to say thank you to someone who has done something fantastic for you or the community over the past 12 months. | ITV News Channel

Meet Paula. 👋🏼

Paula has been working as a Senior Health Care Assistant since joining the company, and we are delighted that she has recently been promoted to Deputy Care Manager.

"I love working in care because I know I am making a difference to our client's lives. They look forward to our visits, as do I. They are the reason I get up and go to work, because I know I am putting a smile on their face and I do it from the heart.

I support our clients during both the good days & the bad. We share many laughs together and sometimes tears. We are like family.

Orchid Care is a great company and we have a great team, we all love what we do"

If you would like to join our Orchid Care and work alongside Paula and the team, call 01543 734293 or email [email protected]

We had so much fun on our photoshoot earlier this year with for

It's a rare occasion that our team get to spend time together, so this day shooting on location proved to be a lot of fun!

Can you help lead and shape our team?

We are looking for a second Deputy Manager who has a proven track record in the home care industry, to work closely with senior management in leading our business, and contribute to how we develop our services and team.

Highly Competitive Salary, depending on experience and qualifications.

Essential requirements:
• RQF (NVQ) Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Senior/management role in a busy homecare/domiciliary setting
• Clean DBS and Driving Licence
• Strong professional relationships with local Authorities
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Experience with digital end-to-end care management solutions
• Working in a supervisory capacity
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the Jersey Care Commission Home Care Standards

Key responsibilities:
• Support in leading the care operations and ensure an effective and efficient service
• Support with on-going carer recruitment and training
• Support management with the supervision, development and appraisal of all care staff
• Onboard new care packages, ensuring they are a good fit within the existing rota and skill base
• Maintaining accurate care plans
• Liaise with placement teams / next of kin / clients to accept new, increased or decreased packages of care
• To manage the service in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Care Manager, the Registered Provider, legislative requirements, relevant regulations and in line with accepted best practice, and within the agreed financial plans
• Handle enquiries from new and existing clients
• To support building a forward thinking and innovative care team
• Support with care shifts as and when required, including outside of normal working hours in times of reduced staffing capacity due to sickness or holidays.

At Orchid Care Services we aim to provide a personable level of health and social care for the people of Jersey. We put the needs and the voices of people using health and social care services at the heart of everything we do.

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen and we are recruiting for a Deputy Manager to join our team. The right candidate will be enthusiastic and dedicated to supporting the Registered Care Manager with the management of all aspects of home care services. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to further their development within care services and work for a business that strives to provide the best possible quality of care on the island.

The desired applicant will already have QCF/RQF Level 3 and have a strong desire to work towards a RQF Level 5 qualification. The Deputy Care Manager will support in managing all aspects of our Home Care Service. This will involve an array of duties, ranging from rota planning and the ex*****on and maintenance of care planning, as well as inducting and training staff.

Brilliant leadership & communication skills are essential and a proven ability to provide guidance and direction to a team. A large part of this role is to deliver a high level of assistance to the Registered Manager throughout the recruitment process, this will involve providing training to others and lead them through the induction process, as they join the team. This position requires excellent organisation skills, a great level of personability, and a clear passion for working with others and within the care sector.

The successful applicant will be expected to deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager.

The successful candidate will receive a Highly Competitive Salary as well as
- Discretionary bonuses
- Use of company car
- Company tablet device and mobile
- Mileage Allowance
- Training Support
- Further career Progression and professional development opportunities.

You must demonstrate a proven track record of providing care at the highest standards and have the ability to provide support and promote independence for vulnerable adults within their own homes.

At Orchid Care Services we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.

For more information on this position please call Kalina or James on 01534 734293 or email [email protected] .

Could you shape Orchid's future and become our Director of Care?

A unique and exciting opportunity for a qualified registered manager with a proven track record in the home care industry, to lead our JCC registered care business and further develop its services with a person-centred approach in mind.

The opportunity will involve working closely with the CEO and management team to drive the business forward in terms of identifying new areas for business growth, whilst maintaining excellent standards of care across the existing client base.

The role offers an excellent level of autonomy and will allow the successful candidate to utilize both their clinical and business acumen.

A highly competitive and bespoke remuneration package including bonuses for the right candidate, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will currently be working within a senior operational or manager capacity, for an established and well-respected home care provider and must have experience of overseeing the performance of care services, coupled with strong commercial and business acumen with the ability to identify new areas of business opportunity across the industry.

The desired candidate will be forward-thinking with an approachable personality. It is essential they are values lead in their approach to care as well as having excellent people management and clear leadership qualities, together with the necessary drive and determination required to work at this level.

Essential requirements:

• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years experience in a management role
• Clean DBS and Driving Licence
• Strong professional relationships with local Authorities
• Strong leadership skills and a proven ability of management and development of teams ensuring they are supported with appropriate training
• Experience with digital end-to-end care management solutions
• Experience in managing a team of 30 – 50 and working in a supervisory capacity
• Excellent organisational, communication, business and interpersonal skills
• Highly knowledgeable of the process involved in JCC Home Care Standards compliance
• Commercial awareness and a passion to grow and develop services
• Budget management/responsibility

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day care operations and ensure high quality effective and efficient services are delivered
• Ensure that sufficient staff are recruited to meet the service demand and plans for growth
• Strive to develop and deliver care of the highest possible standard
• Ensure that the business operates within budget and hits financial targets
• Manage the supervision, development and appraisal of all care staff
• Manage and Develop recruitment strategies
• Refine operational procedures and ensure on-going JCC compliance
• Develop and apply a company QA framework
• Establish new care packages and strong relationships with social workers
• Liaise with placement teams / next of kin/clients to accept new, increased or decreased packages of care
• Facilitate ongoing carer recruitment and training
• Handle enquiries from new and existing clients
• To build a forward-thinking and innovative care team
• Routinely update senior management team on the performance of the care business

Take a look at this recent write-up by Global Health & Pharma and discover more about our brilliant team and the bespoke services we create, at Orchid Care Services.

Link below:

https://ghp-news.com/issues/q2-2021/43/

We are over the moon to have received the award for 'Best Home Care Services Provider – Channel Islands' in the GHP Social Care Awards 2021. 🙌🏻🌟

Getting recognition for all of our hard efforts is incredibly rewarding and it makes us love what we do, even more!

At Orchid, we aim to deliver a bespoke yet personal service for each of our clients and their families. We provide a diverse range of care services, so to improve the quality of lives for those around us, whilst working in a devoted and friendly way.

If you think you could be a part of our awesome team, get in touch today! Call 01534 734293 or email [email protected].

We are looking for a part time 🌟 Superstar 🌟 to come and join our Award Winning Team!

Due to continued growth and our great local reputation, we are looking for someone experienced working with dementia to come and join our team.

Part-time 25/hours
14:00-19:00 5 days a week

Candidates must have a minimum of two years experience within a care setting, a good command of English, be a team player and a strong desire to learn.

Driving licence essential, pooled company cars available.

If you have superstar potential, please get in touch via Facebook or call our office on 01534 734293 and ask for Lore or Kalina to find out more.

We are looking for more 🌟 Superstars 🌟 to come and join our Award Winning Team!

Due to continued growth and our great local reputation, we now have three full time positions available to work in a lovely environment with our 24/7 clients.

Two weekly shift pattern:
4 days on, 3 days off
3 days on, 4 days off
12 hour shifts 7am-7pm

Candidates must have a minimum of two years experience within a care setting, a good command of English, be a team player and a strong desire to learn.

Driving licence essential, pooled company cars available.

If you have superstar potential, please get in touch via Facebook or call our office on 01534 734293 and ask for Lore or Kalina to find out more.